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What is a Dogon ladder?
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A Dogon ladder is a functional piece of sculpture from Mali, Africa. Dogon ladders are y-shaped ladders with notches and were used by the Dogon to access granaries, rooftops and other higher levels. Browse a selection of vintage Dogon ladders on 1stDibs.
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African Dogon Ladder
Located in Long Island City, NY
African Dogon ladder used by the Dogon people to access the upper levels of granaries, climb onto
Category
20th Century Mounted Objects
Materials
Wood
African Dogon Ladder
Located in Chicago, IL
A 19th Century Dogon ladder carved from a single piece of wood with beautifully worn treads and
Category
Antique 19th Century Malian Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Dogon Ladder, 6-Feet
Located in Dallas, TX
This classically made Dogon ladder is six feet tall and cut from a medium to dark color wood. The
Category
Early 20th Century Malian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Large Dogon Ladder, Mali
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Large Dogon ladder, Mali
Wood
Early to mid-20th century
Measures: 68 x 13 in. / 173 x 33
Category
Mid-20th Century Malian Other Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Large Dogon Ladder, Mali
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Large Dogon ladder, Mali
Wood
Early to mid-20th century
Measures: 75.5 x 14 in. / 192 x 36
Category
Mid-20th Century Malian Other Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Extra Large Dogon Ladder, Mali
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Large Dogon Ladder, Mali
Wood
Early to mid-20th century
Measures: 100 x 17 x 8 in. / 254 x
Category
Mid-20th Century Malian Other Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
