Seated Figure Headdress
Item
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Accession Number
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2024.53.
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Title
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Seated Figure Headdress
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Ethnic Group
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Luba
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Subject
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Object|Ritual|Central Africa
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Country
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Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Date
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Early 20th Century
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Medium
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Patinated wood
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Format
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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)
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Description
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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.
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Type
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Headrest
