# 4385 Old Dogon Door Mali African 23.75"h by 14.5" w

Superb hand carved wood old Dogon Door with two  facing seated  crocodiles carved  in high relief  This stunning door has a number of human figures ,including pointed breasts strongly framed along the edges and middle.

Most Dogon carvings of humans refer to primordial ancestors known as Nommo who brought humankind to earth and who were the first farmers and blacksmiths.

Figures dance across the surface in reflection of Dogon celebrating the idea of life and nourishment and to honor the ancestors

Mali African

measures : 22.5" H and 23.75 " h with the hinges    by 14.5" w 1" D