Jimma Headrest With Unusual V-Shaped Form, Ethiopia

Rare Form of Ethiopian Headrest. Jimma Culture, Oromia Region, Ethiopia

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Carved in a light wood with a deep dark patina. The headrest consists of a cone flared shaped base with a flat slightly tilted neck support forming to an unusual V shape at its centre.

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Estimated Period: First Half of 20th Century

Width: 21cm

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