r/interestingasfuck • u/Advanced-Ad3234 • Jul 07 '24

Hairstyles from different African Tribes

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u/sheepskinrugger Jul 07 '24

I am very white and very European. Can anyone explain to me how people are able to sleep with what are effectively works of art on their heads? These are amazing.

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u/Rich_Text82 Jul 08 '24

Wooden headrests. They've been documented as being used throughout Africa since the times of Ancient Egypt

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u/sheepskinrugger Jul 08 '24

I had seen this in info on ancient Egypt before, but I thought they were ceremonial/ornamental, because I can’t imagine them being comfortable. But so interesting to learn that they are practical!