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Ashanti tribal headrest
About the Item
A good example of an African Ashanti tribal headrest. Ghana. Early to mid-twentieth century.
- Dimensions:Height: 6.7 in (17 cm)Width: 6.3 in (16 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)Seat Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:c.1940’s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. A genuine piece of tribal art. Used and not made for the tourist industry.
- Seller Location:London, GB
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