Model of Woman Reclining on a Bed with Headrest

Model of Woman Reclining on a Bed with Headrest

Many speculations had been suggested regarding how the ancient Egyptians slept upon beds using a headrest of wood, ivory or faience. Scenes of servants preparing the beds were shown on wall reliefs and paintings from different periods. However, the beds were covered with a sheet or mattress.

The most interesting testimony for the use of the headrest in sleeping is found in the model of a miniature bed of painted limestone showing a woman's statue reclining on its side and using a headrest.

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