Antique Ethiopian Wood Headrest Turquoise 5 | Inside diameter 18

5 | Inside diameter 18 mm

Note that similar examples may be found in Jacobs 1990

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Dating from the 19th Century or earlier

Antique Ethiopian Wood Headrest Turquoise 5 | Inside diameter 18Old Oromo tribe wooden headrest from Ethiopia. Carved from a single piece of wood. Pre 1950. The patina and wear on this piece are appropriate to its age. In particular, note that the upper surface is darkened from use and the leading front edge is both lower than the rear edge and is also smooth from use. Measurements: height 13 16 cm (5 7"), width 15. 5 cm (6") Hand carved wood headrests are used throughout Africa as pillows, to preserve the