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$10.35 Shipping Location: Flushing, United States These have the head chains and 2 hooks this is a very very very old set and incredibly rare. What you see in photos is what you will get.
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$49.85 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands Ethiopia wooden begin 18th century Icon altar from the orthodox coptic Church in Addis. This altar is more then 200 years old. Authentic, museum quality ... moreAfrican tribal art at wholesale prices. Stand - The stand is not included in the price, you can buy it via the "stands" button.
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Free Shipping Location: Boiling Springs, United States Used By Turkana Tribe Of Kenya.
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$15.35 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE GJPaw Auctions is pleased to offer an Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE exquisite Antique ... moreCarved Wood Barshin or Headrest created by the Boni or Somali people. Ethiopia, East Africa. The headrest measures 6 inches in width by 3 inches in depth by 7 inches in height(15.24 cm by 7.62 by 17.78 cm) and is carved from a single piece of fine-grained wood known as hagar in Somali or yucub wood. This superb example has an ergonomic look and feel. Such is the beauty of the carving, elliptical lines and polished surfaces. It shows wear consistent with a dating to the 19th century and would make an exceptionally fine addition to any collection of African art. Somali and Boni nomads make use of two types of headrests: one with a single cylindrical supporting column and one with a double column. It appears that the different styles are for men of different status. With the single-columned variety for young men and the double-columned variety, such as the example on offer, reserved for elders; the more elaborate the headrest, the higher the status of its owner. The purpose of headrests is to enable people to sleep without interfering with their complicated coiffure. Although the need to adorn and beautify is inherent in just about every African culture. Coiffures in Ethiopia frequently declare their owner's age, gender, rank and status; and often they are embellished by accoutrements of a religious nature. At this level they are no longer simple hairstyles, but become signs, symbols and potent empowering devices which require protection. The patterns on Somali and Boni headrests probably reflect the Islamic influence in the region. Some scholars interpret the patterns and iconography as a"form of shorthand for a prayer. to ensure God's protection of the sleeper. GJPaw Auctions has been in the Art business for over 25 years and is now expanding its operation to eBay. Our goal is to bring the same experience and excitement of collecting that we have been de
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$40.12 Shipping Location: Spain The headrest can be used as a pillow and a rest seat. It has a flatter surface to rest on, while headrests tend to have a crescent-shaped curve to hold ... moreand support the neck. THE SIDAMO PEOPLE LIVE IN THE REGION OF THE SOUTHERN NATIONS AND PEOPLES IN ETHIOPIA AND SPEAK THE SIDAMO LANGUAGE.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Switzerland Ethiopian Wooden Headrest Top Quality & RareUnique tribally used piece, one of a kind.Light wood, very well patinated, no polish.15 x 12 x 10 cm242 grams
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Switzerland Ethiopian Wooden Headrest Top Quality & RareUnique tribally used piece, one of a kind.Hardwood, very well patinated, no polish.15 x 18 x 10 cm236 grams
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Williams, United States This is an antique, wooden, African, Oromo, headrest which was tribally hand carved from a single piece of wood. This African headrest was made and used ... moreby the Oromo people and was collected in Ethiopia.
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$25.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Lobi people. Double Headed Stool / Headrest. Burkina Faso, West Africa. Cast bronze. 15.25" W x 4.25" D x 6.5" H.
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$15.35 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE GJPaw Auctions is pleased to offer an Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE exquisite Antique ... moreCarved Wood Barshin or Headrest created by the Boni or Somali people. Ethiopia, East Africa. The headrest measures 6 inches in width by 3 inches in depth by 7 inches in height(15.24 cm by 7.62 by 17.78 cm) and is carved from a single piece of fine-grained wood known as hagar in Somali or yucub wood. This superb example has an ergonomic look and feel. Such is the beauty of the carving, elliptical lines and polished surfaces. It shows wear consistent with a dating to the 19th century and would make an exceptionally fine addition to any collection of African art. Somali and Boni nomads make use of two types of headrests: one with a single cylindrical supporting column and one with a double column. It appears that the different styles are for men of different status. With the single-columned variety for young men and the double-columned variety, such as the example on offer, reserved for elders; the more elaborate the headrest, the higher the status of its owner. The purpose of headrests is to enable people to sleep without interfering with their complicated coiffure. Although the need to adorn and beautify is inherent in just about every African culture. Coiffures in Ethiopia frequently declare their owner's age, gender, rank and status; and often they are embellished by accoutrements of a religious nature. At this level they are no longer simple hairstyles, but become signs, symbols and potent empowering devices which require protection. The patterns on Somali and Boni headrests probably reflect the Islamic influence in the region. Some scholars interpret the patterns and iconography as a"form of shorthand for a prayer. to ensure God's protection of the sleeper. GJPaw Auctions has been in the Art business for over 25 years and is now expanding its operation to eBay. Our goal is to bring the same experience and excitement of collecting that we have been de
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$29.85 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands Rare Ethiopia Coptic handpainted begin 20th century icon from the orthodox coptic Church in Ethiopia. Until the middle of the 20th century, the paintings ... moreof Christian Ethiopia remained virtually unknown outside its borders.
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Free Shipping Location: Bittenf.,-Neustadt, Germany Tribu Somali, sud de l'Ethiopie. tribu Somali, sud Etiopia. de tribu Somali, Sur de Etiopía. Ethiopia: Traditional ethiopian wooden head rest (17-1055). ... moreEthiopia: Traditional ethiopian wooden head rest.
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Free Shipping Location: Brooklyn, United States The Yoruba people live mainly in the southwest of Nigeria and the south of Benin. Earlier the Yoruba organized themselves into a large number of city-states, ... moretraditionally administered by kings (oba), who held political as well as religious power Among the various autonomous city-states, the leading place was primarily occupied by Ileff and Old Oyo.
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$32.40 Shipping Location: EPSOM, United Kingdom This exquisite wooden headrest pillow from East Africa, specifically Somalia Boni, is a genuine antique that is sure to add character to any collection ... moreor space. Crafted from high quality wood, it is evident that the artisan paid great attention to detail in creating this unique piece. With a rich history and cultural significance, this headrest pillow is not only a beautiful decorative item but also a valuable piece of ethnographic art. Its post-1940 age and original authenticity make it a rare find that any collector would be proud to own. It is a testament to the traditional craftsmanship and cultural heritage of Africa.
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$49.95 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands Nice well-Tribal-used headrest of the Sidamo-region. Nice, intricate decorations on the feet. Dark grease stains, due to long usage. This headrest are; ... moreh.17cm., wide 17cm. We are usually able to respond within 24 hours.
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$50.00 Shipping Location: Williams, United States The Loma people refer to themselves as Löömàgìtì.These wood headrests are multifunctional objects for the Loma and can also serve as small sitting stools. ... moreThis is an antique, hand carved, wooden African headrest and or small stool which was tribally made from a single piece of wood by the Loma tribe of West Africa.
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$30.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Eagle Creek, United States This headrest statue was carved in the style of the Senufo people of Ivory Coast. WE WILL PROCESS YOUR ORDER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE . Product Condition. ... moreDue to the nature of our products being hand crafted in Africa, pieces may have possible previous repairs, scuffing, minor cracking and imperfections.
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Free Shipping Location: Bittenf.,-Neustadt, Germany Tribu Somali, sud de l'Ethiopie. tribu Somali, sud Etiopia. de tribu Somali, Sur de Etiopía. Ethiopia: Traditional ethiopian wooden head rest (17-1052). ... moreEthiopia: Traditional ethiopian wooden head rest.
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$49.95 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands Nice well-Tribal-used headrest of the Sidamo-region. This headrest; h. 14 cm, wide 15,5 cm. We are usually able to respond within 24 hours.
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$16.40 Shipping Location: North Montpelier, United States It is carved from one piece of hard wood. It dates back at least to the 1930's, and may be much older.
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$13.26 Shipping Location: Los Alamitos, United States Estate find. Small head rest / 3 legged stool. Unsure of area / tribe / wood species. I have a couple other things from this estate.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Switzerland Ethiopian Silver Headrest Top Quality & RareUnique tribally used piece, one of a kind.20 x 15 x 11 cm317 grams
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$10.07 Shipping Location: Seaside, United States African Turkana Head Rest Wood Kenya Tribal Turkana Head Rest Leather Handle. Hand carved and decorated. This is a beautiful Carved Wooden Headrest from ... morethe Turkana Tribal People of Kenya. This headrest is carved out of a single piece of wood.
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$16.00 Shipping Location: Los Angeles, United States A fantastic portable headrest with a wonderful worn patina to the wood and lovely proportions with original brass handle. Signed. 19c. Paris private collection. ... more6.25"W x 7"H.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Switzerland Ethiopian Wooden Headrest Top Quality & Rare. Unique tribally used piece, one of a kind.Hardwood, very well patinated.19.5 x 26 x 12 cm686 grams
$8.82 Shipping Location: Dunedin, United States African Tribal Head Neck Rest Ethiopia( Antique Ibis Art Early 20 th c? A good old rare African tribal neck rest… Appears to have been carved from a single ... morepiece of wood… Carving to top and legs(4) show Ibis birds(I assume) I am assuming it is from Ethiopia(see below) if you know more or better let me know and I’ll be happy to update the listing) Patina with good evidence of use wear and age… Original finish… no breaks. No major damage, no repairs… Assuming it dates to the mid/ early 20th century(or earlier) Measures 11 ¾” long 8 ¼” wide 6” tall Provenance A rescue from an estate in the suburbs of Detroit… the owner and her husband were Peace Corps volunteers to Ethiopia in the early 1960’s… While I cannot state with absolute certainty. This was likely a treasure from that time in Africa five(5) decades ago(A donation to our church rummage sale and being sold to benefit their charities) 052014 General Philosophy& Background: The items I am posting to ebay are largely items pulled from‘the basement’ or‘the garage’ interesting vintage/estate items that were too nice to trash or give to a rummage sale. I want/hope they find new homes with appreciative owners/collectors. My philosophy is somewhat‘old school’ to offer with low openings bids and generally no reserve. While I know something about a number of areas of collectibles I am a‘generalist’ and by no means an‘expert’ in books. Silver, ceramics, comic books and so forth. So while I try to describe them in some detail and provide representative photos you will not see them with specific condition grades. Photos are always of the actual item offered in the auction. Most of these items are used, vintage, so some wear is to be expected. Again, if I can detect any specific damage or repairs I will note them; my tendency is to emphasize negative condition issues. If you are a successful bidder and believe that the item is not as represented, let me know within 14 days, I will take it back and refund your money. Terms& Conditions Terms:
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$35.00 Shipping Location: Tanzania Title, Dinka Headrest Stylized Zoomorphic Shape Ten Legs Sudan African, Type of Object, Headrest Country of Origin, Sudan, People, Dinka, Materials, Wood. ... moreVegetal fibers, Approximate Age, Second half 20th century, Dimensions, 27.75" L. x 12" H. x 8.25" W. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, shallow cracks in one leg and tail, Additional Information: An elegant Dinka headrest in a very stylized zoomorphic shape. The Dinka are a herder Nilotic group which is a group of peoples from the Nile Basin speaking Nilo-Saharan languages. Which are part of the northwestern Congo, Western Ethiopia, Southern Uganda and Kenya, northern Tanzania, and southern Sudan. These groups move according to the seasons from place to place in the search of water and gazing land for good pasturage. The Dinka inhabit the vast savanna of southern Sudan in Africa. Although the Dinka are the largest ethnic group in Sudan, their historical background remains obscured. As far as we know, the Dinka settled in the area around 1800 and often have been often in conflict with their neighboring peoples, such as the Atuot. Their reputation as redoubtable warriors comes from their successfully defense against the Ottoman centuries ago. Being a Valiant warrior is an important value the Dinka transmits to the youth. This value is taught through the initiation of young boys. At the end of the initiation, the boys are presented with a spear, a club and a shield, the equipment of a warrior. The lifestyle of the Dinka is that of the nomad and herders. Today Dinka people raise cattle and practice agriculture. Little is known abo
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Free Shipping Location: Saratoga Springs, United States This African carved wooden tripod stool/headrest is a unique piece of art, originating from the Mossi or Gurunsi tribe in Burkina Faso. The stool/headrest ... morefeatures a beautiful hornbill design, adding a touch of nature to any collection.
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$29.85 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands Ethiopia: Old 18th century Ethiopian Coptic Handmade iron Neck Cross. Shown here are original, high quality, hand-crafted pieces made of wood or bronze ... morewhich can be yours at a fraction of gallery prices!
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$25.08 Shipping Location: Spain The headrest can be used as a pillow and a rest seat. It has a flatter surface to rest on, while headrests tend to have a crescent-shaped curve to hold ... moreand support the neck. Carved wooden headrests have a long history in Africa.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Switzerland Ethiopian Wooden Headrest Top Quality & Rare. Unique tribally used piece, one of a kind.Hardwood, very well patinated.15 x 15 x 13 cm408 grams
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Switzerland Ethiopian Wooden Headrest Top Quality & RareUnique tribally used piece, one of a kind.Hardwood, very well patinated, no polish.17 x 19 x 5 cm381 grams
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Williams, United States This is an antique handmade wood African Ethiopian Kambata or Arussi tribal people of Ethiopia headrest which was tribally hand carved from a single piece ... moreof wood. This African headrest was made and used by either the Kambata or Arussi people and was collected in Ethiopia.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Switzerland Ethiopian Wooden Headrest Top Quality & RareUnique tribally used piece, one of a kind.Hardwood, very well patinated, no polish.17 x 17.x 9 cm358 grams
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Switzerland Ethiopian Wooden Headrest Top Quality & Rare. Unique tribally used piece, one of a kind.Hardwood, very well patinated.15 x 17 x 6 cm296 grams
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Switzerland Ethiopian Wooden Headrest Top Quality & RareUnique tribally used piece, one of a kind.Hardwood, very well patinated, no polish.17 x 15.5 x 10 cm363 grams
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$49.95 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands Ethiopia: Tribal used African 2 old Ethiopian spoons. Our Gallery have a collection of authentic, original and traditional art from Africa. Authentic, ... moremuseum quality African tribal art at wholesale prices.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Switzerland Ethiopian Wooden Headrest Top Quality & Rare. Unique tribally used piece, one of a kind.Hardwood, very well patinated.19 x 17 x 7.5 cm587 grams
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Free Shipping Location: Huntersville, United States The Dinka are a group of tribes of south Sudan, inhabiting the Bahr el Ghazal region of the Nile basin, Jonglei and parts of southern Kordufan and Upper ... moreNile regions. They number around 1.5 million people, constituting about 4% of the population of the entire country, and constitute the largest ethnic tribe in South Sudan.
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$13.60 Shipping Location: New York, United States It appears to be quite old, surface wear and rubbing marks due to use and age, as shown in pictures. 7" 3/8 tall.
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$35.00 Shipping Location: Tanzania Zulu headrests display an amazing variety of shapes and decoration. They vary in the number of legs, and they can be smooth or feature incised linear ... moredecoration or raised bosses. These variations seem to reflect both region and age.
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$14.78 Shipping Location: Staten Island, United States Amazing RARE Ancient Fertility Ikoku Turkana Doll ! Tanzania Kenya ! The Turkana are a Nilotic, semi-nomadic pastoral people of northwestern Kenya. They ... morelive in dry country centering on Lake Turkana which has no outlet and is fed by the Omo River flowing south from the Ethiopian Highlands.
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$49.95 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands 20th century Ethiopia wooden Coptic Hand Cross from the orthodox coptic Church. Process crosses are manufactured in the wax fuse procedure. Shown here ... moreare original, high quality, hand-crafted pieces made of wood or bronze which can be yours at a fraction of gallery prices!
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$31.15 Shipping Location: LONDON, United Kingdom Nice headrest, maybe zulu. 32 cm large, 11 cm high, 7 cm wide.
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$22.00 Shipping Location: Williams, United States This is an antique hand carvedAfrican wooden two legged small low slung stool or headrest which was tribally crafted from a single piece of wood and was ... morecollected from Burkina Faso in Africa.
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$49.95 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands Antique and Extremly Rare Ethiopia Coptic handpainted begin 20th century icon from the orthodox coptic Church in Ethiopia. Until the middle of the 20th ... morecentury, the paintings of Christian Ethiopia remained virtually unknown outside its borders.
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$20.50 Shipping Location: Bluffton, United States This is a Beautiful African Carved Wooden Headrest from the Gurage people of Ethiopia.This headrest is carved out of a single piece of wood. Theyused ... moreto enable people to sleep without interfering with their complicated coiffure (hairstyles).
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Free Shipping Location: Ypsilanti, United States This handcarved headrest is a unique piece of art from the Himba tribe residing in Angola.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Williams, United States This is an antique, wood, African, Sinamo, headrest which was tribally hand carved from a single piece of wood. This African headrest was made and used ... moreby the Sinamo people and was collected in Ethiopia.
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$24.45 Shipping Location: Hershey, United States Here we have a quite old hand crafted wooden Nkisi African figure probably from the Congo. The figure is fashioned from solid heavy wood and shows remains ... moreof white pigment. The figure stands 14 inches tall and it will stand on it's own. It is in good vintage condition with the wood splitting from age and a repair to the right arm (see last photo). A wonderful display piece for an international look or for your African collection. Shipping weight, well packed, is 5 lbs. Insurance has been added to the shipping cost as per Ebay's mandate. Please be sure to enlarge the photos for more detail and don't hesitate to ask questions. We are always happy to combine items to save you money on shipping. Normally it is a simple matter to add the weight of the various items and then calculate shipping from the total.
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$12.99 Shipping Location: Providence Forge, United States Antique African Wood Head Rest Hand Carved Ethiopian Mens - 6.5”x6”x2.75”.Headrests and stools play a vital role among men. Headrests are used as pillows ... moreto help someone to have good deep sleep, as well as a comfort to help protect ceremonial coiffure and a stool to sit on.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Williams, United States African tribal people use their hairstyles to proudly show their age, gender and status. In the pastoralist Turkana culture, headrests are carved using ... morea spear blade. These Turkana headrests are multifunctional objects for the Turkana.
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$9.00 Shipping Location: New Rochelle, United States A fine old Lobi headrest Burkino Faso. This piece would have been used by a Lobi important man, with a handle The Stool would also have been used as a ... moreheadrest for sleeping. When the owner died the stool would have been ritually blessed and placed in the family shrine.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Williams, United States This is an antique handmade wood African Ethiopian Kambata or Arussi tribal people of Ethiopia headrest which was tribally hand carved from a single piece ... moreof wood. This African headrest was made and used by either the Kambata or Arussi people and was collected in Ethiopia.
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$9.00 Shipping Location: New Rochelle, United States A Dinka headrest in a very stylized zoomorphic shape. They are also used to protect elaborate coiffure. In the Dinka society and neighboring peoples, ... moreheadrests like this are very personal.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Williams, United States African tribal people use their hairstyles to proudly show their age, gender and status. In the pastoralist Turkana culture, headrests are carved using ... morea spear blade. These Turkana headrests are multifunctional objects for the Turkana.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Williams, United States African tribal people use their hairstyles to proudly show their age, gender and status. In the pastoralist Turkana culture, headrests are carved using ... morea spear blade. These Turkana headrests are multifunctional objects for the Turkana.
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