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Up for sale/sale is a stunning antique hair comb featuring intricate pierced openwork floral motifs and an engine-turned/knurled crosshatch header band. Crafted in the style of a traditional Spanish peineta or high ornamental mantilla comb, this piece boasts rich amber and dark-brown faux tortoise patterning.
Item Details & Specifications:
Era: Late Victorian to Edwardian (c. 1890s–1910s)
Material: Early celluloid / faux tortoise shell
Design/Style: Art Nouveau / Spanish Mantilla (Peineta) high-arch hair comb
Measurements:
Overall Length (Top to Bottom): 5.25 inches
Width (Widest Point): 4 inches
Arch / Curvature Height: 1.25 inches from base to peak
Condition: Excellent antique condition with minor wear consistent with age. All tines are intact with no major breaks or cracks in the delicate openwork header (please review images carefully for full visual details).
