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Catalog Number

CAS 0442-0013   CAS 0442-0013; Weaving implement (comb)
Category Textiles; Tools & Implements
Object Name Weaving implement (comb)
Culture Navajo
Global Region North America
Country USA
State/Prov./Dist. Arizona, New Mexico
County
Other Geographic Data unknown
Maker's Name Unknown
Date of Manufacture ca. 1950s
Collection Name N/A
Materials Wood; Varnish
Description Handmade weaving comb, rectangular in overall shape with long, cylindrical handle that tapers to sharp point; Comb has 7 long, heavy teeth that are thinned and tapered; entire comb is varnished.
Dimensions (cm) Height = 2.4, Width = 6.1, Length = 27.2