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Ancient Dogon door lock from Mali. The patina is rich and deep. The accumulated materials are oxidized and cracked. This is an object that has been used for decades; the patina and wear on the wood attest to it. The form is powerful and dynamic. The stylized crocodile head is well executed. A primal, ancient, and powerful energy emanates from this work. A beautiful piece for an antique and authentic collection. Circa 1930.

Provenance: Pierre Robin, Paris.

Serrure
Mali 
Culture Dogon 
Bois
H.39cm / La.37cm

Ancienne serrure de porte Dogon du Mali. La patine est riche et profonde. Les matières accumulées sont oxydées et craquelées. C'est une objet qui a servi durant des décennies, la patine et l'usure du bois l'atteste. La forme est puissante et dynamique. La tête de crocodile stylisé est bien exécuté. Il se dégage de cette oeuvre une force primaire, ancienne et puissante. Une belle pièce de collection ancienne et authentique. Circa 1930.

Provenance : Pierre Robin, Paris.

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door lock - crocodile - Dogon - Mali

Early 20th century - Wood - Fair condition

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Door lock titled Serrure de porte, a Dogon wooden object from Mali, circa 1930, with a stylised crocodile head, provenance Galerie/Antiquaire, height 39 cm, width 37 cm, original and in good condition, sold with stand.

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Door lock titled Serrure de porte, a Dogon wooden object from Mali, circa 1930, with a stylised crocodile head, provenance Galerie/Antiquaire, height 39 cm, width 37 cm, original and in good condition, sold with stand.

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