Sculptured from one piece this unusual headrest is sculptured with the large head acting as a counter weight with its chin that would rest flat on the floor. When used the rear of the piece would tilt downwards allowing the users head and upper back to rest on the reclining surface. A strand of glass beads of blue and green decorate the neck of the headrest.
Estimated period: Mid 20th Century
Ex Private Collection UK
Length: 60cm
Height: 18cm
For similar example refer P 28. 'African Forms'
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