Untitled (Wooden Headrest of the Gurage People)
- Single Piece of Carved Wood
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7 x 7 in
(17.78 x 17.78 cm)
- Artist Unknown
Vintage carved wooden headrest from the Gurage people of Ethiopia. It was carved from a single piece of wood. The nice glowing patina is due to the butter used by the Gurage in their hairstyles.
Thank you to Dr. Jonathan Klarsfeld for the generous donation of this work.
- Created: N.D.
- Current Location: Gabert Library, 71 Sip Avenue - 6th Floor Outside 606 Cabinet
- Collections: African Art & Art of the African Diaspora, Sculpture