Lot n° 15
Estimation :
150 - 250
EUR
Yaka Anthropomorphic Comb – Democratic Republic of the Congo - Lot 15
Yaka Anthropomorphic Comb – Democratic Republic of the Congo – first half of the 20th century
A carved wooden Yaka comb topped with a stylized head featuring half-closed eyes in relief, a straight nose, and an incised mouth. A small hole is visible at the top of the head for hanging. The face features linear scarifications on the cheeks. The central section is adorned with a rectangular panel decorated with a grid pattern incised above the long, tapered teeth carved from the same piece of wood. Combs of this type are associated with the Yaka people of southwestern DR Congo and were used for hairstyling while also serving as hair ornaments. Shows signs of wear.
Details: Height: 14.5 cm – Width: 3.5 cm – Weight: 15 g.
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