Dogon - Mali (No reserve price)

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A Dogon votive or spirit ladder from Mali, carved in wood, 33 cm high, 9 cm wide and 3.5 cm deep, weighing 130 g, from the mid-20th century, sold with a stand, with provenance from a gallery/antiquarian dealer, in adequate condition.

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Votive or spirit ladder of the Dogon from Mali
Such miniature ladders (modeled after the great house ladders) stand on the traditional household altars of the Dogon and are used to contact the heavenly spirits.

Size of the miniature ladder: 33 cm
Victim patina, erosion traces

The ladder comes with a base.

Insured shipping with DHL.

Votive or spirit ladder of the Dogon from Mali
Such miniature ladders (modeled after the great house ladders) stand on the traditional household altars of the Dogon and are used to contact the heavenly spirits.

Size of the miniature ladder: 33 cm
Victim patina, erosion traces

The ladder comes with a base.

Insured shipping with DHL.

Details

No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Dogon
Country of Origin
Mali
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Fair condition
Height
33 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
3.5 cm
Weight
130 g
Provenance
Gallery / Antique dealer
Sold by
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Objects sold
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