AFAR WOODEN HEADREST — LARGE almost giving off the appearance

almost giving off the appearance of algae drifting in the water

were travelling quill or reed pen holders with inkwells attached

including their horns to create everyday objects

a symbol of prosperity in Persian tradition

It was used in the creation of the Victoria Memorial in Kolkata and as the main stone material for the famed Taj Mahal

AFAR WOODEN HEADREST — LARGE almost giving off the appearanceIn many African cultures, wooden headrests were carved to enable people to sleep without spoiling their hairstyles; they were oftentimes indicative of age, gender and status. The headrest also played a role in nuptial ceremonies. A groom would place currency under his bride's headrest on the eve of consummation as the bride could then take the money to buy an amber necklace to cement her new status as a married woman. These headrests were generally