Door Dogon Attic Mali 25 3/16x15in Flap Art African West Africa 16525 Hg 1

Description

ATTIC DOGON DOOR IN MIL - MALI
The carved doors of the granaries, constitute a very characteristic example of the symbolic iconography of the DOGON.
Worked in the round, these finely crafted doors transmit aspects of original and daily history through the representation of zoomorphic and anthropomorphic elements.
One can also notice on this door the presence of aligned characters representing tutelary ancestors.
Approximate dimensions with lugs: 71 x 35.5 cm
1KG900
REF 260717 / ETA 1 HG / 16525
IMPERFECTIONS: Felure on 21 cm, right side (see close-up photo)
When it comes to art or craftsmanship, flaws in aspects can sometimes be glimpsed, imperfections can emerge but it is precisely this that makes its beauty.
All of our items are sold in the same condition as we acquired them.
No restoration is done by us.
The patina of these objects comes from their use.
Because we have nothing to hide, all the objects will be presented in the form of photographs from different angles.
We would like to point out that as regards digital media, the colors may vary slightly on the photos compared to their natural appearance ....
ATTIC DOGON DOOR IN MIL - MALI The carved doors of the granaries, constitute a very characteristic example of the symbolic iconography of the DOGON. One can also notice on this door the presence of aligned characters representing tutelary ancestors. Approximate dimensions with lugs: 71 x 35.5 cm 1KG900 REF 260717 / ETA 1 HG / 16525 IMPERFECTIONS: Felure on 21 cm, right side (see close-up photo)   All of our items are sold in the same condition as we acquired them. No restoration is done by us. The patina of these objects comes from their use. Because we have nothing to hide, all the objects will be presented in the form of photographs from different angles. We would like to point out that as regards digital media, the colors may vary slightly on the photos compared to their natura