Description

Zulu
Headrest

South Africa, 20th century
carved wood
4.5 h x 16 w x 3 d in (11 x 41 x 8 cm)

This three-legged Zulu headrest is richly carved with amasumpa motifs on the legs and at either end of the saddle.

This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

Condition

Good condition. Scattered scratches, scuffs, and abrasions throughout. Rounding to corners of wood from age. Stable splits to wood.

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Zulu, Headrest

Lot 0296

Estimate $1,000-$1,500Aug 11, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT

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