Figural Female Comb
Guro people, Côte d’Ivoire, early 20th c.
Carved wood
Ex–Patricia Hawkins, US ambassador to Togo (2008–2011)
7.5" h x 2.75" w (19.05 x 6.99 cm)
SOLD
A fine figural female comb of Akan (probably Guro) origin. The comb exhibits a handsome honey-colored patina and signs of use. Formerly in the collection of Patricia Hawkins, US ambassador to Togo (2008–11), who traveled widely in West Africa to meet with other regional delegations.