Name: Old Dinka Headrest W/ Metal Studs South Sudan African 17.25" W
Price: 192 USD
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A Dinka headrest in a very stylized zoomorphic shape. The base is formed with hollow shape Each end is cut … more A Dinka headrest in a very stylized zoomorphic shape. The base is formed with hollow shape Each end is cut in the form of an animal (Horse?) the body depicted by a silver metal studs. This headrest has a beautiful dark brown warm patina( refinished and waxed)

These stools and headrests are known as thoch (stool), and used as a headrest and seat by both old men and women. They are also used to protect elaborate coiffure. In the Dinka society and neighboring peoples, headrests like this are very personal.

17.25" W by 8" h By 5.25"D less

Dimensions: 17.25ʺW × 5.25ʺD × 8ʺH

Styles: African

Art Subjects: Abstract

Period: 1980s

Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned

Materials: Metal; Wood

Condition: Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections

Color: Brown

Tear Sheet

Condition Notes: good good less

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