Headrest

• Artist: Kuba (Culture)
• Medium: Wood
• Geographical Location: Democratic Republic of the Congo
• Dates: late 19th or early 20th century
• Dimensions: 5 5/16 x 5 5/16 x 2 1/2 in. (13.5 x 13.5 x 6.4 cm)
• Collection: Arts of Africa
• Museum Location: Brooklyn Museum, BMA, 5H2, 2B
• Accession Number: 22.732
• Image: CUR.22.732_threequarter_PS5.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, Nov 30, 2009

Catalogue Description:
Dark brown, wood headrest with curved top, two legs forming an X-shape, and a double curved base. Incised decoration on edges of top, legs, and base. Condition: Good; top split, some chips on base.