Vintage Antique Spanish Style Peineta Hair Comb Bakelite Celluloid for
Mantilla. Intricate design of Vine and open cut scrolls.
Spanish Flamenco

Approximately 5 1/4" wide x 7 1/2" long including teeth. 5 tooth comb. Great
vintage condition

Very good condition. Made of celluloid, Faux Tortoise Shell



just a little more info:

Peineta (comb)From Wikipedia
In Spain and Mexico, a peineta is a large decorative comb usually worn under a
mantilla, or lace head covering.
The hair ornament, worn by women, consists of a convex body and a set of teeth
that affix it to hair worn in a bun. The peineta was once made of tortoise
shell, but is now usually made of synthetic materials such as acrylic or
plastic.

The origin of the peineta goes back to the 19th century in Spain, but there is
evidence of its use on the Iberian Peninsula as early as the 5th century BC and
in other areas from the 17th century. It is used today primarily during special
occasions such as weddings, bullfights, Holy Week processions, and traditional
performances of flamenco music.

The peineta is usually worn with a mantilla, a veil worn over the head and
shoulders. The mantilla is also a common element of some Valencian and
Andalusian costumes.

In some countries, such as Chile, it is known as peinetas a los peines, while
in the Philippines it is referred to as payneta, often much smaller than its
Iberian ancestor and may be bejewelled or made of gold.

A mantilla is a traditional Spanish lace or silk veil or shawl worn over the
head and shoulders, often over a high comb called a peineta, popular with women
in Spain. It is also worn, without the peineta, by Eastern Orthodox women in
Russia, often white, with the ends crossed over neck and draped over the
opposite shoulder. The shape, design and use are different from an ordinary
veil.