Ethiopian Headrest
Wooden Ethiopian Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
sense of artistry. With its sculptural form and clean design, this headrest would make an intriguing
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Mid-20th Century Ethiopian Tribal Abstract Sculptures
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Wood
Ethiopian Carved Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
So as not to muss their intricate hairstyles while sleeping, Ethiopian women would traditionally
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Early 20th Century East African Carved Headrest, Ethiopia (Kambatta People)
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Showing a crescent shaped headrest braced by flattened 'V' shaped supports rising from a cupped
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Early 20th Century Ethiopian Tribal Tribal Art
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Wood
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Ethiopian Headrest For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Ethiopian headrest you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each Ethiopian headrest for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. There are many kinds of the Ethiopian headrest you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An Ethiopian headrest, designed in the Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.
How Much is an Ethiopian Headrest?
Prices for an Ethiopian headrest start at $188 and top out at $1,200 with the average selling for $388.
Finding the Right Folk Art for You
Folk art refers to a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Vintage, new and antique folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, portraiture and paintings, carnival art, quilts and duck decoys.
American folk art is frequently valued because of the traditional skills involved, like weaving, hand-carving wood and even stonework. Many folk artists are self-taught, while some train as apprentices within their community. By using available materials and taking a personal approach to their creations, artists ensure each piece is unique and conveys a story. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.
During the Great Depression, artistic materials in America were hard to come by, so artisans used discarded wood from cigar boxes and shipping crates to make highly stylized, notched pieces — most often picture frames and boxes — that are today sought after by collectors. This folk art style is called tramp art and was popular from roughly 1870 until the 1940s.
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Questions About Ethiopian Headrest
- What is an Ethiopian headrest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Ethiopian headrest is a carved wood item with a curved top. The Oromo people used them as pillows because they provided support for the head and neck but didn't disturb their hair. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Ethiopian headrests.
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