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African Dogon Ladder

About the Item

A 19th Century Dogon ladder carved from a single piece of wood with beautifully worn treads and mounted on a sturdy metal base. Ladders like this were used to climb in and out of homes and granaries in Dogon villages across the central plateau region of Mali. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 94 in (238.76 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40.01 cm)Depth: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: HS1281stDibs: LU886425140832
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