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African Dogon Ladder

$6,850
£5,251.39
€6,009.07
CA$9,680.59
A$10,522.42
CHF 5,632.82
MX$127,191.69
NOK 70,984.53
SEK 65,466.17
DKK 44,878.16

About the Item

African Dogon ladder used by the Dogon people to access the upper levels of granaries, climb onto the flat roofs of houses, and bridge clefts in cliffs.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 86 in (218.44 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Long Island City, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5695233681832

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