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Unique African Armrest Hand Carved Hardwood

About the Item

Unidentified hardwood species/ Hand carved from a single, hardwood armrest. This armrest was constructed by the Dinka People of the Republic of South Sudan. Typically, these headrests feature two or three las in this object) legs or "links." By social custom, the headrest is also conceptualized as a vehicle for communication with Dinka ancestors:"...dreams are considered to be sent by ancestors, and because dreams are dreamt on armrest, the armrest is a kind of antenna, and the strength of the signal is increased if the armrest is inherited from a senior relative." This is a museum piece of art.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 16.75 in (42.55 cm)Depth: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)
  • Style:
    Brutalist (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Hand-Carved,Woodwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6731235187472

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