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Headrests

Scope note

Shaped supports for the head either made as separate objects, as used in some African cultures, or as attachments to other objects, such as used on the backs of motor vehicle seats or barbers' chairs.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000248658

Broader Terms used

<object genres by function>

Term used for

head-rests

Equivalent Terms used

headrest

Created

13yrs ago

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