#4203 Dogon Door with Figures & Jackals Mali African 24.25" H

This exceptional Dogon Door, hand carved from wood in Mali, features a variety of human figures in relief, including pointed breasts that are boldly framed along the edges and center. The carvings represent the Nommo, the primordial ancestors of the Dogon people who were responsible for bringing humankind to earth and teaching them the arts of farming and blacksmithing. Celebrating the concepts of life and nourishment, as well as honoring their ancestors, the figures appear to dance across the surface of the door. The door measures 23.5" in height and 24.25" in width, with the hinges measuring 16" in width and 1" in depth. This stunning piece is a must-have for any art collector or lover of African culture.