Head Comb
Production date
Unknown
Country
Papua New Guinea
State/Province
Central Province
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Description
Wooden come with nine teeth (some partially broken) and twine interwoven around the terminal and some twine tied to hang loosely from the top of the terminal.
Classification
INDIGENOUS CULTURES Melanesian & South Sea Islander comb
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Unknown
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Measurements
L313 x W64 mm
Media/Materials description
Wooden comb with twine.
History and use
Melanesian men are more likely than women to wear hair combs as part of their ceremonial dress. Worn mainly as dance ornaments, these combs are now commonly sold to tourists and serve a more everyday function.
Registration number
E1713
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