Vintage Hand-Carved Kenyan Turkana Headrest Ancient A Karandamukuta or inverted basket-shaped

A Karandamukuta or inverted basket-shaped crown with a halo

representing simplicity and elegance

with only a few noticeable scuffs of time that give the piece an air of ancient Egypt

holding a lotus in her left hand as an elephant goad rests upon her right shoulder

Vintage Hand-Carved Kenyan Turkana Headrest Ancient A Karandamukuta or inverted basket-shapedThis is an ornately hand carved African headrest made during the mid 20th century, specifically the Turkana people of Kenya. The piece is in fine used condition and ready for a prominent spot in any art collection! The Turkana wood headrest is a captivating embodiment of functional artistry originating from the Turkana people of East Africa. Carved from locally sourced wood, often ebony or other hardwoods, this headrest displays remarkable