Antique Oromo Ethiopian Wood Headrest Jewellery Natural amethyst stones with lovely

Natural amethyst stones with lovely clarity and evenness of colour

This very pretty necklace is made from fine tube cut imperial green jasper

Mru woven wrap skirt

finished with sterling silver detailing and clasp

Antique Oromo Ethiopian Wood Headrest Jewellery Natural amethyst stones with lovelyVery old Oromo wooden headrest from Ethiopia. Carved from a single piece of wood, heavily beaded with green oxidation. Pre 1950. The patina and wear on this piece are appropriate to its age. i believe that at some stage, this headrest was refurbished. Measurements: height 16 cm, width 18 cm Hand carved wood headrests are used throughout Africa as pillows, to preserve the elaborate hairstyle of its owner during sleep. Personal objects, headrests