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A fine Malaita (Solomon Islands) man's woven comb (FAA), the…
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A fine Malaita (Solomon Islands) man's woven comb (FAA), the intricate weaving from yellow orchid fibres and coconut palm frond fibres, the blackened teeth from fern root. The Kwaio people of Malaita developed this form of comb for ceremonial purposes. Length 25.5 cm. Ex. the collection of Denis and Joy Hanna
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Tribal: S/E Asia, Oceania & Pacific