E-31 Headrest
Object Type
Headrest
Object Number
JL-E-31
Artist
Unknown
Date produced
Unknown
Attribution/location
North Nguni (Zulu)
Medium/materials
Pokerwork, Wood
Dimensions (cms)
14.9 x 53.2 x 10.3
Description

Wooden headrest. The long pillow is supported by two pairs of heavy legs partly joined at the top. There is a protruding ‘navel’ at the centre underside. The legs and end projections are carved
in raised pyramids (amasumpa) and ridges which, together with the ‘navel’ are darkened with pokerwork.

Provenance
Unknown
Additional information
Classification
Headrest
Digital rights
Brenthurst Library
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