An African Grainery door, made from pieces of dark patinated carved wood, with iron metal elements, with posts for hinging and a large lock, with ornamentation in geometric designs and representations of guardian figures, approx. 53" x 34".
While serving obvious practical and aesthetic functions, most architectural elements also offer spiritual protection to those who use the structure or testify to the wealth and social status of the owner. In early times they were taken as booty in wars between villages. The designs most often refer to divination, bush spirits and sources of power.
1,500/2,500 Sold $575.00
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