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#4552 Dogon Door with Figures Mali African 23.5" H
#4552 Dogon Door with Figures Mali African 23.5" H
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Superb hand carved wood
Dogon Door with Figures Mali African measures : 22 .5" h and 23.5 w the hinges by 17.75" w by 1.5" D
This stunning door has a number of human figures carved in relief 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.







