Echelle Dogon - 150 cm - Sculpture - Mali

The Dogon ladders are utilitarian and symbolic instruments used by the Dogon people, primarily residing in the cliff region of Bandiagara in Mali. These ladders, often made from local wood such as millet and fig tree, are known for their simple, functional design. They are used to reach the high granaries where grains and other provisions are stored, essential in an agrarian society where food security is crucial.

Beyond their practical utility, the Dogon ladders carry deep cultural and ritual significance. They are often decorated with geometric motifs and sacred symbols, representing the Dogon’s spiritual beliefs and cosmology. The ladders are used in rituals and ceremonies associated with agriculture and food security, thus underscoring their importance in preserving ancestral traditions and the knowledge passed down from generation to generation within the Dogon community.

Sold without iron support.

All our wood is treated against xylophages (wood-boring insects).

Excellent condition; see photos.

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