Zulu Headrest 2 1940's -SOLD

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Collected in the 1940's , this wooden headrest is part of a fine collection. Design is Amansupa. Origin is Nkadla. Clan in Sidakeni. Owned by Ntuli. It is 16 x 6.4 x 3 inches. Call for further detail. ZULU HEAD REST At the beginning of the 19th century, several tribes joined together and took the name of one -the ZULU. Their king reigned over local chiefs, called "Iduma," who, in turn, ruled over the people. Zulu men were organized in warrior age classes and were allowed to marry after a three-year initiation period. The neckrests were carved from one piece of wood. Zulu headrests are characterized by the bumps or bosses known as "amusumpa," that are also seen on beer pots and spoons.