Mini Horse Design Hand Carved Comb

Some objects carry a story before you even pick them up. Inspired by Li Bai's eighth-century poem "Parting at Changgan" — immortalized in Ezra Pound's translation with the lines "You came by on bamboo stilts, playing horse / You walked about my seat, playing with blue plums" — this pocket comb is a quiet artifact of childhood sweethearts and lifelong companionship. Hand carved on both sides with the horse, bamboo, and plum motif, it's a travel companion and art piece that carries a quiet, reminiscent significance.

Green sandalwood — known botanically as Maracaibo lignum vitae — is a dense, naturally porous South American hardwood prized for its durability and quiet fragrance. As you comb, its surface absorbs and redistributes your hair's natural oils, turning a daily ritual into something sensory and grounding. Over time, the wood deepens in character, developing a patina that's entirely your own.

Why You'll Love It:

• Shaped through a meticulous 36-step handcrafting process by artisans with over 20 years of expertise
• Fine 0.15 cm tooth spacing — ideal for fine hair, precise parting, and beard grooming
• Ergonomic pocket form sits naturally in hand — effortless to use, satisfying to hold
• Rounded tooth tips glide smoothly without snagging or pulling
• Naturally anti-static — no flyaways, no frizz
• Porous wood surface absorbs and distributes hair oils for a healthier scalp
• Subtle natural wood aroma turns every grooming session into a sensory ritual
• Suitable for all hair types and beard use
• Hand carved horse, bamboo, and plum motif on both sides — a collector's piece and a meaningful gift
• Comes with a drawstring fabric gift bag — ready to give
• Carved from a single piece of hardwood — no two combs are identical in grain or color
• End of life: compost me

Size: 8 cm × 5.3 cm × 1 cm (3.2 in × 2.1 in × 0.39 in) | Tooth Space: 0.15 cm (0.06 in)

Material: Green Sandalwood (Maracaibo Lignum Vitae)

Care: Keep dry · Avoid heat and direct sunlight · Clean with a dry cotton cloth · Avoid dropping or bending · Apply baby oil or olive oil occasionally to condition the wood

Note: Each comb is hand carved from a single piece of hardwood — natural variation in grain, color, and pattern is part of its character. Caution: green sandalwood is highly susceptible to heat and sunlight, which can alter its color; store in a cool, shaded place. At end of life, this comb is fully compostable.