Headrest - Wood - geometric decoration
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Traditional hand‑carved African head/neck rest in solid wood from Afrika, with inlaid geometric decor and a leather carrying strap, dating to 1940–1950, measuring 20.5 × 23.5 × 10.5 cm and 368 g, in good used condition with signs of age and minor wear.
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Traditional hand-carved African head or neck rest made of solid wood with inlaid geometric dot decoration. The object features an elegant curved top and central support foot with an original leather carrying strap.
Such head rests were traditionally used as a resting support during sleep and occur among several East and Southern African cultures.
Today it is a loved ethnographic collectible and decorative interior piece.
Beautiful old craftsmanship with visible wear and age marks that contribute to its authentic appearance.
Condition:
Good authentic used condition.
Cracking visible at the base
Wear and signs of age present
Light discoloration and signs of use
Original leather loop present.
Dimensions:
Height: 20.5 cm
Width: 23.5 cm
Depth: 10.5 cm
Weight: 368 g.
The lot is carefully packaged and sent by registered post, insured with a track-and-trace number.
Pickup by arrangement is also possible.
Traditional hand-carved African head or neck rest made of solid wood with inlaid geometric dot decoration. The object features an elegant curved top and central support foot with an original leather carrying strap.
Such head rests were traditionally used as a resting support during sleep and occur among several East and Southern African cultures.
Today it is a loved ethnographic collectible and decorative interior piece.
Beautiful old craftsmanship with visible wear and age marks that contribute to its authentic appearance.
Condition:
Good authentic used condition.
Cracking visible at the base
Wear and signs of age present
Light discoloration and signs of use
Original leather loop present.
Dimensions:
Height: 20.5 cm
Width: 23.5 cm
Depth: 10.5 cm
Weight: 368 g.
The lot is carefully packaged and sent by registered post, insured with a track-and-trace number.
Pickup by arrangement is also possible.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
368 g
Title additional information
geometric decoration
Country of origin
Africa
Material
Wood
Colour
Brown
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
20.5 cm
Width
23.5 cm
Depth
10.5 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
