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Old Dogon Ladder African Sculpture

$4,500
£3,429.08
€3,954.68
CA$6,391.35
A$6,867.14
CHF 3,684.21
MX$80,902.88

About the Item

A very old, and very heavy ladder, showing great quality of environmental stress. Because of the nature of the locale, great age may be possible.
  • Creator:
    Dogon Tribe Mali (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 69.5 in (176.53 cm)Width: 22.5 in (57.15 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Mali
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. shows great environmental wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Sharon, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU343839970063

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