Old african door

this item a Small Old african door handmade in Mali,

Explore the beautiful Small Old African  door, a remarkable vintage piece that showcases extraordinary craftsmanship. Hand-carved from high-quality wood, this African attic door reflects a deep cultural heritage, making it a unique addition to your décor collection

This intricate sculpture comes from the Dogon people of central Mali. A thousand years ago, the Dogon established their villages along the Bandiagara escarpment in order to preserve their culture and religion. They have stayed close to their ancestral traditions and are well known for their unique architecture, mask dances and woodworking.

Ideal for anyone who appreciates traditional design and wants to support ethically made craftsmanship and the environmentally friendly reuse of old products.

These doors protected the window-like opening in each family’s grain storage building and used a simple sliding door lock. Primal beings, ancestors, Kanaga masks, sun lizards, and scenes of life served symbolically to protect the entrance by making it sacrosanct. The bas-reliefs are sculpted on several panels,

This old piece of traditional African art would be a perfect addition to any African collection and would make an amazing display of conversation pieces on a wall for interior design and home décor.