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Ethiopian Wood Head Rest With Silver White Metal Beads and Dangles, Africa

$1,250

£944.86

€1,083.79

CA$1,742.55

A$1,896.91

CHF 1,006.88

MX$22,823.90

NOK 12,758.54

SEK 11,690.43

DKK 8,093.67

About the Item

An old well used Ethiopian head rest with attached oxidized silver or white metal beads and dangles. It is in good condition with wear, polish and erosion from traditional use, appropriate for its age, use, and medium. Scuffs and nicks here and there. Age, wear and staining and good age on base. 5 3/4 inches high. Early to mid 20th century,

Dimensions:
Height: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)Width: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
Style:
Tribal (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin:
Ethiopia
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Early-Mid-20th century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. In appropriate condition for a used tribal object with wear, scratches and chips. silver or white metal beads are heavily oxidized, see images.
Seller Location:
Point Richmond, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: SM1044531stDibs: LU1778241190762

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