How do I use vintage hair combs?

To use vintage hair combs, turn the comb upside-down so that the teeth point upward. Sweep back the section of hair that you wish to pin using a comb. Then, hold your hair in place with one hand and guide the teeth of the comb into the section. On 1stDibs, find a selection of vintage hair combs.

Chinese Hair Comb

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John G Ernst

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Northern Qi

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Yves Saint Laurent Galalith Hair Comb, Chinese Collection

By Roger Scemama for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Yves Saint Laurent Galalith Chinese Collection vivid green hair comb. Designed by Roger Scemama for

Category

Vintage 1970s French More Jewelry

Yves Saint Laurent Galalith Hair Comb, Chinese Collection

Framed Lady's Hair Comb from the 19th Century

Located in Asheville, NC

Carved tortoiseshell ladies comb is flanked by a dragon fan crowned with five ball beads. En suite

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Decorative Art

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Glass

Framed Lady's Hair Comb from the 19th Century

H 5 in W 4 in D 1 in

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Set of Three Chinese Hair Combs, 20th Century

Located in Schellebelle, BE

set of three beautiful hair combs/ornaments from the ethnic tribe YAO from Southern China from

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Bone

Set of Three Chinese Hair Combs, 20th Century

H 40 in W 8 in D 8 in

Yao Ornamental Hair Comb, c. 1920

Located in Chicago, IL

of the Yao people of Southern China. The comb features a wonderfully etched construction that shows

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bone, Wool, Beads

Yao Ornamental Hair Comb, c. 1920

H 12.25 in W 4 in D 3 in

Set of 3 MIAO Hair Combs

Located in Schellebelle, BE

Exceptional set of 3 MIAO hair combs from the Southern Chinese minority tribe MIAO, han crafted and

Category

Vintage 1970s Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bone

Set of 3 MIAO Hair Combs

H 25 in W 10 in D 7 in

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Questions About Chinese Hair Comb

How do I use vintage hair combs?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To use vintage hair combs, turn the comb upside-down so that the teeth point upward. Sweep back the section of hair that you wish to pin using a comb. Then, hold your hair in place with one hand and guide the teeth of the comb into the section. On 1stDibs, find a selection of vintage hair combs.