Carved Sculptural African Luba Headrest

Description

Beautifully carved headrest from the Luba people in central Africa. Couple joining arms and supporting the curved top standing on … more Beautifully carved headrest from the Luba people in central Africa. Couple joining arms and supporting the curved top standing on a plinth base with geometric hatching. Headrests were used throughout Africa not only for practical purposes, but to protect elaborate hairstyles. This piece was carved by a talented individual and bears signs of indigenous use. Old inventory label to underside. From an old American collection. Dating pre 1940 less