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Dogon Door Wall Sculpture

$5,500

£4,175.49

€4,813.67

CA$7,780.51

A$8,376.43

CHF 4,485.74

MX$100,932.95

NOK 56,597.60

SEK 51,795.94

DKK 35,969.64

About the Item

Heavy Dogon door wall sculpture. The depiction of the breasts carved on Dogon doors are symbolic of fertility and prosperity. The smaller holes on the door was said to be use as a peephole and to fire arrows through at unwanted callers.

Dimensions:
Height: 75.5 in (191.77 cm)Width: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood
Period:
20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Unknown
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Long Island City, NY
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU5695233575322

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