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Unidentified hardwood species/ Hand carved from a single, hardwood armrest.
This armrest was constructed by the Dinka People of the …
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Unidentified hardwood species/ Hand carved from a single, hardwood armrest.
This armrest was constructed by the Dinka People of the Republic of South
Sudan.
Typically, these headrests feature two or three las in this object) legs or
"links." By social custom, the headrest is also conceptualized as a vehicle for communication with Dinka ancestors:"...dreams are considered to be sent by ancestors, and because dreams are dreamt on armrest, the armrest is a kind of antenna, and the strength of the signal is increased if the armrest is inherited from a senior relative."
This is a museum piece of art.
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- Dimensions
- 16.75ʺW × 9.5ʺD × 7ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- South Sudan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Coffee
- Condition Notes
- Wear consistent with age and use Wear consistent with age and use less
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