Chokwe combs
Object type:
object for hygiene and cosmetics > comb
Materials:
wood
Legend:
Scene showing a European - maybe a missionary - seated on a chair. European chairs, whether or not foldable, were very popular with the Chokwe. A symbol of dignity, they were often copied and decorated with sculptures.
Place of collecting:
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Culture:
Chokwe
Acquisition related person:
Mrs. Widow Léon A. Th. Rom as seller
Date of acquisition:
1925-10-09
Dimensions:
17 cm
Inventory number:
EO.0.0.28741