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Headrest

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Wooden headrest made of two segments of almost equal width joined at the centre, the dowel clearly visible in the upper surface of the curved top. The stem and base are lightly fluted, octagonal in section. The proportions are typical of the fine Middle Kingdom examples preserved in tombs. The headrest occupied the space between head and shoulder of the sleeper, lying on one side. In a hot climate, it is a practical alternative to the pillow. Linen could be used as a lining to cushion the curve.

Present location

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF IRELAND [30/002] DUBLIN

Inventory number

L1030:131

Dating

MIDDLE KINGDOM

Archaeological Site

THEBES: WEST BANK

Category

HEADREST

Material

WOOD

Technique

SCULPTURED

Height

18 cm

Width

8.3 cm

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