Dogon Door 01 new in weathered bench made from Elm

weathered bench made from Elm wood

Each stool is hand-carved by a community member from indigenous wood and will vary slightly

which in turn has created wonderful patina

known as a njorowe

Dogon Door 01 new in weathered bench made from ElmDogon doors originate from Mali and traditionally adorned a Dogon granary, serving both to protect and bless the stores of food contained inside. The doors are hand carved from native woods with intricate designs. Carvings include figures which often represent ancestors as well as animals, plants and geometric shapes all of which are believed to posses spiritual and magical powers.