ca. 8th–10th century
Ancient Near Eastern ArtWood-Implementsca. 8th–10th century
Comb is a wood-implements created in ca. 8th–10th century using wood (fruitwood) measuring 4.12 x 2 in. (10.46 x 5.08 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wood (fruitwood) |
| Dimensions | 4.12 x 2 in. (10.46 x 5.08 cm) |
| Classification | Wood-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Jacqueline Simcox, 1999 |
| Date | ca. 8th–10th century |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Comb?
Comb is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Comb created?
Comb dates to ca. 8th–10th century.
What material is Comb made from?
Comb is crafted from wood (fruitwood).
Is Comb in the public domain?
Comb is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026