Weft Comb Item Number: K2.67 a-b from the MOA: University of British Columbia

Description

Weft comb (a) is made of four pieces that are fitted together as a frame and are tied with cord. The teeth in the centre of the wooden frame appear to be made of split bamboo. Braided fibre cording is attached to each end of the frame and is secured with knots. The bobbin (b) is boat-shaped and dug out in the centre. Missing shaft and reel.

Item History

What

Name
Weft Comb
Identification Number
K2.67 a-b
Type of Item
comb
Material
wood, bamboo grass and fibre
Manufacturing Technique
carved, cut, fitted and tied
Part A
height 10.0 in, width 7.75 in
Part B
height 7.0 in, width 1.75 in

Who

Culture
West African
Previous Owner
Tribal Arts Company
Received from
Tribal Arts Company (Seller) and Museum Purchase (Funding source)

Where

Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
Made in
Ghana

When

Ownership Date
before December 14, 1969
Acquisition Date
on December 14, 1969

Other

Condition
fair
Accession Number
2249/0001 a-b