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Rectangular block with long curved horn like protrusion on top, with small head with crested hairdo on base; shaft is shaped like a crocodile or lizard head with a tapered end. Metal pins are missing. Mounted on a metal stand that holds it in place.
Doorlock
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Doorlock

Maker Bamana Artist
Date20th century
Place of originMali
MediumWood
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineMuseum puchase with funds from Caroline Julier and James G. Richardson Acquisition Fund
Object number2015.51.11
Collections
Visual DescriptionRectangular block with long curved horn like protrusion on top, with small head with crested hairdo on base; shaft is shaped like a crocodile or lizard head with a tapered end. Metal pins are missing. Mounted on a metal stand that holds it in place.
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