Antique Oromo Ethiopian Wood Headrest Jewellery Natural gemstones

Natural gemstones

This is a unisex pendant or statue

Mru woven wrap skirt

Hand carved from jasper

turquoise and coral shades

Antique Oromo Ethiopian Wood Headrest Jewellery Natural gemstonesVery old Oromo wooden headrest from Ethiopia. Carved from a single piece of wood, heavily beaded with green oxidation. Pre 1950. The patina and wear on this piece are appropriate to its age. i believe that at some stage, this headrest was refurbished. Measurements: height 16 cm, width 18 cm Hand carved wood headrests are used throughout Africa as pillows, to preserve the elaborate hairstyle of its owner during sleep. Personal objects, headrests