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Set of four ornamental combs; tewash (peinella)
Set of four ornamental combs; tewash (peinella)
Object Number 991-17-30/11720A
Display Title Set of four ornamental combs; tewash (peinella)
Descriptions
Object Description Set of four ornamental combs; tewash (peinella) five split bamboo teeth with embroidered head of serpent; diamond motifs; set of four combs eash comb measures 14.5 x 5 cm. 2" x 6" w.
Inventory Description Comb, teeth bound in place with ornamentally woven cord
Classification
Department Ethnographic
Culture
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Additional Geographic Terms Southeast
Materials Bamboo, Vegetable fiber, Cotton
Dimensions Overall: 15 x 4.8 x 0.8 cm (5 7/8 x 1 7/8 x 5/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 991-17-30/11720A
Provenance
Collector A. Harvey Schreter (March 1985-April 1985 - 12/20/91)
Collector Phyllis K. Schreter (March 1985-April 1985 - 12/20/1991)
Donor A. Harvey Schreter (March 1985-April 1985 - 12/20/91)
Donor Phyllis K. Schreter (March 1985-April 1985 - 12/20/1991)

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