Headrest
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Code
DU_001
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African (Ethiopian) headrest designed to support the head and neck, while also protecting elaborate hairstyles or headdresses.
The headrest is made of wood, and would be placed on the floor during use. The upper support is curved, allowing it to fit comfortably in the crook of the neck.
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[Unidentified object from The David Usborne Collection]