Ethiopian headrest

Ethiopian headrest

Code: GDE2818

Dimensions:

W: 15cm (5.9")H: 16cm (6.3")D: 10cm (3.9")

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A tribal used carved wooden headrest of geometric form and unusual cruciform base creating a bold silhouette.  Headrests were used both as a pillow and to protect elaborate hairstyles.  Ethiopian. 20th century.