Nyangatom Headrest 05 Each pot is made by

Each pot is made by hand using clay from river banks

played on boards like these which have worn depressions which hold game pieces such as seeds

This stomper has a hollow base

the larger the platter the more significant the occasion

Nyangatom Headrest 05 Each pot is made byHistorically 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 dust and insects as well as preserving elaborate coiffures. They also have spiritual powers which evoke dreams. They were extremely personal to the owner,