Comb, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, early, ca. 1550–1458 , From Egypt, Upper Egypt, Thebes, Asasif, Tomb CC 37, Chamber A, Burial


Comb, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, early, ca. 1550–1458 , From Egypt, Upper Egypt, Thebes, Asasif, Tomb CC 37, Chamber A, Burial 73, Carnarvon/Carter excavations, 1912, Wood, H. 5 cm (1 15/16 in.); w. cm (2 13/16 in.); th. cm (7/16 in.), This beautifully preserved comb has three neatly carved shallow indentations at the top to allow the fingers a secure grip. The flat area between the undulated top and the comb's teeth is embellished with groups of perfectly straight incised, parallel lines


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