{"product_id":"large-art-deco-hair-comb-faux-tortoiseshell-celluloid-spanish-mantilla-peineta-fan-shape-antique-1920s-wedding-bridal-flamenco","title":"Large Art Deco Hair Comb Faux Tortoiseshell Celluloid Spanish Mantilla Peineta Fan Shape Antique 1920s Wedding Bridal Flamenco","description":"A handsome Art Deco Spanish mantilla hair comb (peineta) in faux tortoiseshell celluloid, featuring a fan-shaped crown with carved openwork scrollwork and stylized floral motifs. Equally suited to bridal styling, vintage costume, theatrical wear, or display as a collector's object.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Spanish mantilla comb tradition dates to the 18th and 19th centuries, when high-arched combs of carved tortoiseshell were used to support the mantilla — the lace veil worn by Spanish women. By the Art Deco era of the 1920s and 1930s, celluloid had been adopted as a more affordable alternative to genuine tortoiseshell, allowing the dramatic peineta silhouette to enter mainstream fashion. The era's design language — geometric stepped edges at the crown, deep symmetrical openwork, and stylized floral and butterfly motifs — is fully expressed in this piece. The faux tortoiseshell coloration of warm caramel and chocolate brown in alternating bands is characteristic of fine celluloid work from this period.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Celluloid (early thermoplastic), produced to imitate the appearance of natural tortoiseshell. Not genuine tortoiseshell — fully legal to ship internationally. No hallmarks, as was standard for celluloid hair accessories of the period.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 6 inches tall × 5 inches wide overall (decorative crown approximately 4 × 5 inches; five teeth approximately 2.5 inches long). Weight: 24 grams (0.85 oz). Substantial but lightweight on the head.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Excellent antique condition. The five teeth are complete and intact, the carved openwork is fully present with no chips or missing sections, and the surface retains its original glossy finish. There is a slight gentle curvature where the crown meets the teeth (visible in side-view photos) — this is a characteristic of aged celluloid as the material relaxes over a century, and does not affect wearability or display. Light surface marks from age are visible under close inspection, photographed honestly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced in person from a Pacific Northwest estate. Curated by SWCurated. Ships within 1–2 business days via USPS Priority Mail with insurance, packed with careful structural support to protect the comb during transit. Questions are welcome before purchase. International buyers welcome — calculated shipping at checkout for Canada, UK, EU, and Australia.","brand":"SW Curated","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50966748627196,"sku":"ced_32478073820","price":78.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6053\/0940\/files\/il_fullxfull.8073751666_3r11.jpg?v=1786432389","url":"https:\/\/swcurated.com\/products\/large-art-deco-hair-comb-faux-tortoiseshell-celluloid-spanish-mantilla-peineta-fan-shape-antique-1920s-wedding-bridal-flamenco","provider":"SW Curated","version":"1.0","type":"link"}