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Item
Accession Number
2024.53.
Subject
Object|Ritual|Central Africa
Country
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Date
Early 20th Century
Medium
Patinated wood
Format
H x W x D: 6 5/8 in x 5 7/8 in x 2 3/4 in (16.826 cm x 14.923 cm x 6.985 cm)
Description
The Luba wooden headrest is decorated with two seated figures in an embrace with stylistic coiffures. The headrest was used by high-ranking dignitaries for comfort when sleeping and for the protection of elaborate hairstyles.
Type
Headrest
Conforms To
Luba