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Flamenco Pierced Celluloid Tortoiseshell Pieneta Hair Comb, Spain - 1924

About the Item

Just one of the treasures brought back from a mother-daughter world tour, this comb was purchased in Spain in 1924. Its impressive width and high profile are perfectly suited for wearing with a traditional mantilla draped over the head (and we happen to be selling a spectacular haute couture embroidered one under separate listing!). Celluloid hair comb with 4 tines and anatomically curved profile; arabesque pierced relief upper half. material: celluloid noteworthy: gently clean with damp cloth repairs: none condition: very good - excellent with very gentle surface wear and two superficial marks on pierced relief (see photos) measurements: height: 6 ½” width: 4 ½” at widest, 1 3/8” at narrowest tines: 3” long x 3/8” wide signature: no signature present ***please note lace prayer cap is not included with purchase.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (In the Style Of)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very gentle surface wear and two superficial marks on pierced relief (see photos).
  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0721.13.0151stDibs: LU86435485752
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