Tsonga headrest
Rare African neckrest from southern Africa. This customary tribal art object is of Tsonga origin, an ethnic group from South Africa and Zimbabwe.
Superbly sculpted, it is fine and perfectly preserved. The pillars supporting the curved seat are themselves decorated.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Mid XXth century
- Size
- 16 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood
- Country
- Origin
- Tribal Art Collection Portugal
- Condition
- Excellent
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Rare African neckrest from southern Africa. This customary tribal art object is of Tsonga origin, an ethnic group from South Africa and Zimbabwe.
Superbly sculpted, it is fine and perfectly preserved. The pillars supporting the curved seat are themselves decorated.