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Hemba woman with elaborate coiffure (3)
Africa
Congo (Democratic Republic)
Width : 3 3/8 inch
Height : 10,3/4 inch
Depth : 1 5/8 inch
Very interesting hair comb with an elegant sitting attitude. The mysterious expression of the woman face is typical of Hemba artists. Note also her beautiful coiffure divided in three braids.