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Shona Headrest, Zimbabwe — Shona Headrest, Zimbabwe
Shona Headrest, Zimbabwe

Shona Headrest, Zimbabwe

A traditional Shona headrest from Zimbabwe, representing the cultural and functional sculptural traditions of the Shona people. This carved wooden piece exemplifies indigenous African design and craftsmanship.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

Sculpture: Africa, Pacific, Americas

November 26, 2020

Estimate: $7,000 – $10,000

Lot 69

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Shona Headrest, Zimbabwe, Shona Headrest, Zimbabwe

A traditional Shona headrest from Zimbabwe, representing the cultural and functional sculptural traditions of the Shona people. This carved wooden piece exemplifies indigenous African design and craftsmanship.

Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Functional Art, African Art, Sculpture, Indigenous Craft, Carved Wood, Headrest, Shona Culture, Zimbabwe