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Ethiopian Carved Wood Headrest
Item Details
Ethiopia
Untitled (headrest/pillow), 20th century
Carved wooden headrest
Unsigned
A 20th century carved wooden Ethiopian headrest (pillow). This work features a trapezoid-shaped body and is embellished with incised geometric delineations. Headrests were carried by farmers and bushman and used to protect and preserve intricate hairstyles.
Condition
- dust, debris, and abrasions to surface; some cracking, chipping, and scratches to wood; some hair butter residue present; headrest is slightly unstable.
Dimensions
7.75" W x 7.75" H x 2.75" D
Item #
ITMG073537