Carved Ebony African Hair Comb with Rooster modern Japan but it is clear it

but it is clear it was made in Kashmir

The planter is glazed a lovely variegated mossy green

It was purchased from an estate sale that included a wonderful collection of mid-century and contemporary ceramics from Japan

green and blue

(I like to picture it on the lapel of a white suit worn by our first woman president:)

Carved Ebony African Hair Comb with Rooster modern Japan but it is clear itIn researching the origins of this carved wooden comb, I am struck by the incredible array of hair combs and hair ornaments that have been created from ancient to modern times, in all manner of styles and materials. This one made of what appears to be ebony, features long tapered teeth, bands of intricately carved pattern, and a terrifically proud rooster at the top. I would guess it was made in the mid 20th century and believe it was made in Benin,