Hardwood Door, 19th Century  (Igbo People, Federal Republic of Nigeria)

Hardwood Door, 19th Century (Igbo People, Federal Republic of Nigeria)

45.5 x 21 x 1.5 ″Hardwood / Hand carvedThis magnificent hardwood door is a true testament to the artistry of the Igbo people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Made from a heavy hardwood, it boasts a thickness of four to five centimeters. The exterior face is adorned with intricate relief carvings, featuring a harmonious blend of geometric shapes such as circles, triangles, spikes, diagonal hatchings, dot-line motifs, and lancet forms.

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Dimensions 1.5 × 21.0 × 45.5 in
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19th century

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Hardwood / Hand carved

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For Sale