Headrest 01

Historically headrests date back to ancient times and in East Africa they are used by pastoral nomadic people. They are considered to be one of the most important of their few possessions that they travelled with. Whilst used primarily to rest their heads upon whilst sleeping, protecting them from dust and insects as well as preserving elaborate coiffures. They also have spiritual powers which evoke dreams. They were extremely personal to the owner, never lent to others and highly prized.

This headrest is hand-carved from a single block of wood and comes from Ethiopia. This style of headrest is common place with the Sidamo and Gurage people. They are called "Boraati" or "Yagerteras" and are hand-carved from indigenous wood to the distinctive Y shape.

The wood has beautiful patina and tones from years of use.

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