African Shona / Tsonga Hardwood Ceremonial Wedding Double Headrest
African Shona / Tsonga Hardwood Ceremonial Wedding Double Headrest African Shona / Tsonga Hardwood Ceremonial Wedding Double Headrest African Shona / Tsonga Hardwood Ceremonial Wedding Double Headrest African Shona / Tsonga Hardwood Ceremonial Wedding Double Headrest African Shona / Tsonga Hardwood Ceremonial Wedding Double Headrest African Shona / Tsonga Hardwood Ceremonial Wedding Double Headrest African Shona / Tsonga Hardwood Ceremonial Wedding Double Headrest
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African Shona / Tsonga Hardwood Ceremonial Wedding Double Headrest

DETAILS
A traditional African double headrest or neck support, probably carved for a wedding ceremony. The pair of head supports are linked together by a symbolic chain. The headrests and chain are carved from single piece of wood (monoxyl) and displays a shiny red and brown patina from use.
PLACE OF ORIGIN
Zimbabwe/Mozambique | Africa
DATE
20th century
DIMENSIONS
Width 20.5 Depth 2.75 Height 6.5 inches
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