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This rare find vintage hand-carved Chokwe double headrest from the Congo features stylized animal figures on either side of a … Read more This rare find vintage hand-carved Chokwe double headrest from the Congo features stylized animal figures on either side of a central caryatid figure. Traditionally used in central Africa, these headrests functioned as both sleeping supports to protect elaborate hairstyles and as ceremonial status symbols. Valued by collectors as authentic tribal art. Dimensions: 15" W × 5.5" H × 3" D See less
- Dimensions
- 15ʺW × 3ʺD × 5.5ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- Congo
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- minor loss/good minor loss/good less
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