This 20th-century headrest is from the Jinka region of southern Ethiopia, an area home to many ethnic groups, including the Ari, Mursi, Hamar, and Banna. It features a curved, elongated top supported by a central base with angular projections. Headrests like this are traditionally used for sleeping, offering support while protecting elaborate hairstyles and maintaining posture. The South Omo region is known for its rich cultural diversity, where traditions like scarification and cattle herding play an important role in community identity and ceremonial life.