Relief carved rectangular panel with two figures on top with moveable wooden lock; As a geometrically carved rectangle surmounted by two seated figures, with cross latch, darkened surfaces and a good patina.

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Doorlock

Maker Dogon Artist

Date20th century

Place of originMali, Africa

MediumWood, iron

Dimensions12 1/8 x 9 1/2 x 2 1/4 in. (30.8 x 24.1 x 5.7 cm)

ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment

Credit LineGift of Drs. Israel and Michaela Samuelly, In honor of Nancy P. Mendenhall

Object number2004.35.1

Collections

AFRICAN

Visual DescriptionRelief carved rectangular panel with two figures on top with moveable wooden lock; As a geometrically carved rectangle surmounted by two seated figures, with cross latch, darkened surfaces and a good patina.

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