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19th Century Gurage Headrest With Double-Tiered Structure, Ethiopia

$681.35

£490

€580.06

CA$930.09

A$1,046.14

CHF 542.61

MX$12,690.46

NOK 6,879.99

SEK 6,474.45

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About the Item

Dating to the late 19th century, this is a fine and rarer form of Ethiopian headrest with a double-tiered, cone-shaped base. Decorating the base are deeply etched designs of crosses and circular striations, and two downward-facing lugs feature at each end of the curved neck support. Carved from a dense brown wood, this Gurage headrest has a rich, smooth, and slightly oily surface patina.

Dimensions:

Height: 6.3 in (16 cm)Width: 6.7 in (17 cm)Depth: 4.14 in (10.5 cm)

Style:

Tribal (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Wood,Hand-Carved

Place of Origin:

Ethiopia

Period:

Late 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Late 19th Century

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

London, GB

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU8736242124812

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