A handsome celluloid overlay Art Deco hair comb with rhinestone trim

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CONDITION: good vintage condition with expected wear

 

SIZE: 6 ins h x 3 ins w (15 x 7.5 cm) decorative part 3 ins h (7.5 cm)

 

APPROXIMATE DATE: 1910s – 1920s

 

MATERIALS: celluloid, rhinestones

 

DESCRIPTION:

 

Here is a tall wedge shaped hair comb dating from the Art Deco period. It is made in two toned effect which is often called “celluloid overlay”. This means that a contrasting colour had been overlaid onto a base one to provide decorative effect. In this case a translucent base has been given a shiny black upper coating. This has been cut through in placed to reveal the translucent base beneath. The effect is particularly noticeable on the edges of the design and the tips of the tines. The top pierced border is further embellished by clear rhinestones.