by Karl Norton | Nov 8, 2022
Bamana Door and Lock The Bamana people make and use doors that are somewhat similar to their neighbours, the Dogon. They are less well-known, usually less embellished, and their door locks are usually much larger. Tribe: Bamana/Bambara Origin: Keleya, Mali Approx Age:...
by Karl Norton | Sep 24, 2020
Dogon Door A Dogon door for an entrance to a home rather than a smaller door for a granary. Tribe: Dogon Origin: Bandiagara region of Mali. Approx Age: 1st quarter 20th Century Materials: Wood Dimensions cm: 135 peg-peg x 56 wide Ref. Number: 1443 £2350.00...
by Karl Norton | May 1, 2019
Dogon Ginna Door The Ginna is associated with the Wagem cult, the Ginna Banga (head family member of the village) resides in this building. Tribe: Dogon Origin: Pissa village, Mali Approx Age: Mid 20th Century Materials: Wood Dimensions cm: 203 peg-peg x 78 wide Ref....
by Karl Norton | Dec 12, 2018
Dogon Granary Door These doors protected the window-like opening into each family’s grain storage building. Tribe: Dogon Origin: Mali Approx Age: Early 20th Century Materials: Wood Dimensions cm: 82 peg to peg 54 wide Ref. Number: 1481 £650.00 Description:A...
by Karl Norton | Jun 21, 2018
Dogon Door Lock Dogon door lock, well worn and showing a wonderful incised design. Tribe: Dogon Origin: Mali Approx Age: Early – Mid 20th Century Materials: Wood Dimensions cm: 36 (tall) x 35 (side – side) Ref. Number: 0327 £275.00 Description: Dogon door...
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