Pillows can be traced back to roughly 7,000 BC in ancient Mesopotamia.
The first pillows were formed of stone and were intended to protect insects and other pests from getting into people's hair, lips, ears, and noses.
It also used to provide head and neck support, which can aid enhance sleep quality.
It evolved over time, becoming more comfortable and created from a range of materials such as straw, reeds, feathers, and down.
Industrial Revolution era in pillow production increased price & accessibility through introduction of novel materials such as synthetic fibres & foam