Dogon Tribe Toguna Post on Stand, Mali | Item# 1996

22.25"width 18"depth 90.75"height

An early to mid 20th century Toguna support post from the Dogon Tribe of Mali, on custom metal stand. This West African hand-carved wooden bean was originally used for supporting the "Toguna", a shelter were counsel members of the Dogon Tribe would assemble, whereas the lower portion would be buried beneath the ground and the typical "Y" shaped top would support the upper header beams (these buildings were designed to be low to the ground to take advantage of cooler temperatures and to help keep men from posturing during lively debates). This carved rustic wooden beam has a lovely old patina. It has been prominently presented upright, as it would have been during it's use as the Toguna support post, upon a custom square-shaped iron base. This handsome architectural post from Mali, standing approximately 7.5 feet in height, would be a wonderful piece of African art displayed within a living room, study or entry hall.

Price: $3,365.

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