Rare zoomorphic neck rest. - Chokwe - Angola

Rare zoomorphic neck rest by Chokwe (Tshokwe) – Angola. This elegant ancient sculpture stands out for the finesse of its composition, where a graceful duiker with long horns forms the support for the neck rest. The pure lines, balanced volumes, and the remarkable deep brown patina, long polished by handling and years of use, give this work a presence that is both sober and refined. The delicacy of the animal sculpture perfectly illustrates the aesthetic sense developed by the Chokwe artisans.

Among the Chokwe, neck rests were personal prestige objects, used to preserve elaborate hairstyles during sleep while accompanying their owner in daily life. More than mere furniture, they were also markers of status and could carry a symbolic dimension related to protection and identity. The choice of an animal such as the antelope, associated with elegance and grace, further enhances the artistic and cultural quality of this piece.

Provenance: Former European collection. Private collection. Belgo-Swiss, B. Berete

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