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Tribal Ladder for Dogon

$6,800
£5,191.77
€5,999.04
CA$9,545.91
A$10,639.91
CHF 5,582.40
MX$129,930.70
NOK 70,685.30
SEK 66,808.36
DKK 44,773.48

About the Item

A mounted Dogon ladder carved from a single hardwood log, having nine (9) steps and a split top. Traditionally used by the Dogon (Mali) to access their homes which were built into the sides of sandstone cliffs, early 20th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 88 in (223.52 cm)Width: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Sagaponack, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU890342761002

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