DepartmentAsia

Headrests

NameHeadrests

Datec. 1950

Place madeJapan, East Asia, Asia

Mediumwood, lacquer, string, fabric, paper

DimensionsOverall: 6 5/16 x 7 7/8 x 3 1/8 in. (16 x 20 x 8 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, IFAF Collection, FA.2005.8.1V

Object numberFA.2005.8.1V

DescriptionHeadrest ensemble. Lacquered wood base with cylindrical pillow, wrapped in paper on top of base. the paper acts as a pillow case to be discarded when soiled. Pillow made of silky red fabric, stuffed with foam with white buttons and tassels at either end. Red base has fan design in gold, silver, black.