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Baga comb with Nimba figure (3)
Africa
Guinea
Width : 2 3/8 inch
Height : 8 inch
Depth : 1/2 inch
Ceremonial bone comb characteristically Baga: hair pick with typical figure atop, stylized form with arms holding breasts and legs slightly bent, geometric design with 8 long tapered cylindrical teeth. This comb depicts the Nimba figure which represents fertility. Wonderful golden brown patina.