Early 20th C. African Tsonga Wooden Headrest
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**Originally Listed At $200**
Southern Africa, Mozambique, Tsonga peoples, ca. early to mid 20th century CE. A simple and utilitarian headrest comprised of a bifurcated base, a pair of support columns, and a rectangular resting platform with a slightly-rounded profile. The platform to rest one's head upon is relatively flat, which differs slightly from the curved platforms of their neighbors, the Shona people. Covered in layers of lustrous caramel and espresso-hued patina, this is a fabulous example! Size: 8.5" W x 5.5" H (21.6 cm x 14 cm).
Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection
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#134057
Southern Africa, Mozambique, Tsonga peoples, ca. early to mid 20th century CE. A simple and utilitarian headrest comprised of a bifurcated base, a pair of support columns, and a rectangular resting platform with a slightly-rounded profile. The platform to rest one's head upon is relatively flat, which differs slightly from the curved platforms of their neighbors, the Shona people. Covered in layers of lustrous caramel and espresso-hued patina, this is a fabulous example! Size: 8.5" W x 5.5" H (21.6 cm x 14 cm).
Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#134057
Condition
Age-commensurate surface wear and abrasions, small nicks to base and resting platform, and light discoloration. Light earthen deposits within recessed areas, and lovely brown patina throughout.
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Early 20th C. African Tsonga Wooden Headrest
Estimate $300 - $450
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