A classic Art Deco celluloid hair comb in the shape of an unfurled fan
CONDITION: good vintage condition with expected wear
SIZE: 4¼ ins h x 4½ ins w (10.5 x 10.5 cm) decorative part 2 ins h (5 cm)
APPROXIMATE DATE: 1930s – 1930s
MATERIALS: celluloid
DESCRIPTION:
Here is an attractive Art Deco period hair comb made in celluloid faux tortoiseshell. It is made in the iconic fan shape design, in which lines or blades radiate out from the base of the heading.
The collage photograph shows some examples of similar hair accessories taken from contemporary illustrative sources and reveals the manner and hair styles in which they were worn.