Boni Headrest showcasing the artisanal wood working

showcasing the artisanal wood working skills of the Turkana people

which in turn has created wonderful patina

Carved by hand in unique designs

These beautiful masks are hand-carved from indigenous woods and finished with brass and copper detailing

Boni Headrest showcasing the artisanal wood workingA beautiful headrest that comes from the Boni people of Ethiopia. Hand carved from Yucub wood with dual columns, this headrest was reserved for an elder. 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