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Polynesian wood object? Comb-like end. Some chip carved decoration,Weaving tool?

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    Posted 1 year ago

    Budek
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    I bought this today. I have no idea what it is or what its origins are.
    It’s a beautiful object. When I saw it at the shop it hadn’t yet been priced. They were trying to figure out what it was, at first I thought it was a primitive duck carving. It measures approximately 9-10 inches long. The wood is very hard and exhibits wear from use.
    Any guesses what it might be?
    Thanks all, happy Sunday!

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    1. mikelv85 mikelv85, 1 year ago
      Hi Tony,
      It's probably a weaving loom comb. They were used to tighten the weave on the loom before moving on to the next row. The carving style would be a clue to which country it came from. -Mike-
    2. dav2no1 dav2no1, 1 year ago
      Search..antique carpet weaving tool or comb..you can see many different results
    3. Budek Budek, 1 year ago
      Thank you mikelv85 and dav2no1 for your help and everyone else for the looks and loves, all much appreciated!
    4. CanyonRoad, 1 year ago
      Usually referred to as a " Turkish carpet beater" based on the style, which originated in Turkey, where it was used in the making of woven carpets, to "beat" down the warp to make it more compact on the loom.

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