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African Art Head Rests

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Lot of African Head Rests: Lot of old African headrests. Carved wood. Condition: Excellent condition. Copy and paste link for high-res images: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/llrg2yisc336kybyhg6il/h?rlkey=px4tj0v2crqzou1z952qfo5

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African Head Rest - Zulu Head Stand: African head rest - Zulu head stand.

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CARVED AFRICAN HEAD REST: CARVED WOOD 17 1/2" L PROVENANCE: UPDATED 2023 TERMS FOR PURCHASING AND SHIPPING OF AUCTION ITEMS. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE BIDDING. ALL PAYMENTS FOR PURCHASES WILL BE MADE THROUGH LIVEAUCTIONEERS

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3 African Headrests, Mid 20th C.: 3 African Headrests from Ethiopia, Somalia and Kenya. Mid 20th C. Carved wood. Sizes ranging from: 5.5'' x 8'' x 3'' (14 x 20 x 8 cm) to 7.25'' x 6.5'' x 3'' (18 x 17 x 8 cm).

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A lot of two Ethiopian head rests. 7" H & 6-1/2" H

Condition

Stable crack on one, other intact

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African Art Head Rests

Name: African Art Head Rests
SKU: 113232352
Price: 75 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $150 - $200

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