Headrest Collection

Dentists chair, Claudius Ash, Sons & Co Ltd. 1921

Wooden headrest from the Nagodombi of Yesimbit
2624168 Wooden headrest from the Nagodombi of Yesimbit; (add.info.: Wooden headrest from the Nagodombi of Yesimbit, in East Sepik, Papua New Guinea late 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Wooden headrest from the Nagodombi of Yesimbit
2624167 Wooden headrest from the Nagodombi of Yesimbit; (add.info.: Wooden headrest from the Nagodombi of Yesimbit, in East Sepik, Papua New Guinea late 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Automotive 2004: Automotive 2004
JANUARY 01: BMW MZ3, 1998 during the Automotive 2004 on January 01, 2004. (Photo by Rainer Schlegelmilch)

Funerary Headrest, 5th Dynasty, circa 2513-2374 BCE Creator: Unknown
Funerary Headrest, 5th Dynasty, circa 2513-2374 BCE

Head Pad, c. 1937. Creator: John Wilkes
Head Pad, c. 1937

Chair with Head Rests, c. 1937. Creator: Florence Truelson
Chair with Head Rests, c. 1937

Head-rest given to Florence Nightingale by a sheikh at the first Nile cataract, January 1850 (wood)
FNM321938 Head-rest given to Florence Nightingale by a sheikh at the first Nile cataract, January 1850 (wood) by African School; Florence Nightingale Museum, London

Pillow with Boy Supporting a Cloud-Shaped Headrest, Jin dynasty (1115-1234)

Amulet of a Headrest, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26-31 (664-332 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Amulet of a Headrest, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26-31 (664-332 BCE)

Headrest of Irut, 5th or 6th Dynasty, c. 2454-2140 BC (travertine)
490737 Headrest of Irut, 5th or 6th Dynasty, c.2454-2140 BC (travertine) by Egyptian, Old Kingdom (c.2613-2181 BC); 19.5x18.8x7.4 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Chambre A Coucher Au Japon (colour photo)
2817371 Chambre A Coucher Au Japon (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chambre A Coucher Au Japon)

Wooden headrest, the headpiece carved in the shape of a pair of cupped hands (wood)
1216355 Wooden headrest, the headpiece carved in the shape of a pair of cupped hands (wood) by Egyptian, First Intermediate Period (c.2125-1975 BC); 12.2x22.4 cm; Ashmolean Museum

L-R: Pillow, Kali, Fiji; Pillow, Unguna; Rennell island, Polynesia (wood)
MGS225697 L-R: Pillow, Kali, Fiji; Pillow, Unguna; Rennell island, Polynesia (wood) by Oceanic; length: 31; 35 cm; Private Collection; eMichael Graham-Stewart; out of copyright

Head-rest, c. 2500-2100 BC (wood)
3288338 Head-rest, c.2500-2100 BC (wood) by Egyptian, Old Kingdom (c.2613-2181 BC); Bible Lands Museum, Jerusalem, Israel; Photo eZev Radovan; Egyptian, out of copyright

The First Visit of the Cuckoo. Creator: Utagawa Toyokuni I
The First Visit of the Cuckoo

Pillow for Women and a Bowl, 19th century. Creator: Totoya Hokkei
Pillow for Women and a Bowl, 19th century

Ivory headrest supported by a figure, Ancient Egyptian, 18th Dynasty, c1325 BC. From the Treasure of Tutankhamun (ruled 1333-1323 BC)

1960s dentist chair. Like modern dentist chairs, this one was designed to swivel and tilt to allow the dentist to examine the patients teeth

Egyptian Art. Tomb equipment of Gemniemhat. Saqqara, c. 1990 BC. Middle Kingdom. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Copenhagen. Denmark

PALACE OF INDUSTRY. Gallery Annex. Products of Algeria. 1. ostrich eggs, decorated with trimmings, Abd-el-Kader Ben Hamed, Tlemcen 2

Japanese Woman O-Koto-San goes to sleep - Goodnight! Date: circa 1905

PALACE OF INDUSTRY. Gallery Annex. Products of Algeria. 1. ostrich eggs, decorated with trimmings, Abd-el-Kader Ben Hamed, Tlemcen 2

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"Resting Heads through Time: A Journey into the World of Headrests" Did you know that headrests have been a part of human history for centuries? From ancient Egypt to modern-day Japan, these unique objects have played a significant role in providing comfort and support during moments of rest. One fascinating example is the headrest given to Florence Nightingale by a sheikh at the first Nile cataract in January 1850. Made from wood, this piece symbolizes the cross-cultural exchange between East and West. Another intriguing artifact is the amulet of a headrest from Late Period Egypt. Created during Dynasty 26-31 (664-332 BCE), its unknown creator crafted it with intricate details, showcasing their skill and craftsmanship. Traveling back even further in time, we discover the Headrest of Irut from the 5th or 6th Dynasty (c. 2454-2140 BC). Carved out of travertine, this ancient Egyptian headrest gives us insight into how our ancestors sought comfort while sleeping. Moving eastward, we encounter Chambre A Coucher Au Japon - a captivating color photo capturing traditional Japanese bedroom decor featuring an elegant wooden headrest shaped like cupped hands. This image transports us to another era where simplicity met sophistication. Exploring different cultures' use of headrests reveals diverse designs and materials used throughout history. For instance, pillows such as Kali from Fiji or Unguna from Rennell Island showcase Polynesian artistry with their carved wooden structures. Ivory enthusiasts will be captivated by Pepi II's name engraved on an ivory head-rest dating back thousands of years ago. This luxurious item demonstrates how even rulers sought personalized comfort during their slumber. Lastly, let's not forget about artistic depictions related to resting heads.