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Ashanti tribal headrest

About the Item

A good example of an African Ashanti tribal headrest. Ghana. Early to mid-twentieth century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.7 in (17 cm)Width: 6.3 in (16 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)Seat Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1940’s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. A genuine piece of tribal art. Used and not made for the tourist industry.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Ashanti headrest1stDibs: LU7740238288542

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