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Large Sculptural African Dogan Ladder

$3,000
£2,304.79
€2,648.18
CA$4,219.87
A$4,740.84
CHF 2,477.09
MX$57,864.13
NOK 31,451.86
SEK 29,605.30
DKK 19,761.68

About the Item

Impressive vintage carved wood architectural ladder carved by Dogan people to access their dwellings. Mounted on a 12 x 15 base, the ladder is now a sculptural piece of African art.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 52 in (132.08 cm)Width: 26 in (66.04 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Style:
    Rustic (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Western Sahara
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hopewell, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU919831420552

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