Elegant Old Turkana Headrest from Kenya
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A Lovely carved wooden headrest with open-work design and well handled surface patina. Typically the men who watch the livestock at night use headrests. They may be carried during the day as a sign of status. African headrests are designed to cradle the neck and support the head. They protect coiffures and elevate the head for sleeping. Turkana peoples, Africa. The Headrest measures 9.5 x 3.5 x 7 inches. Provenance: Ex Francis collection, 2010
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Good, well handled
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Elegant Old Turkana Headrest from Kenya
Estimate $300 - $500
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