Antique Wooden Granary Door With Traditional Locking Mechanism West Africa

$800 · Offered by Second Story Books

early 20th century. Hand-carved wooden architectural door believed to originate from West Africa, featuring a traditional sliding-bar lock and carved central locking element. Constructed from heavy hand-hewn planks with mortise-and-tenon joinery, the door displays a rich aged patina, extensive wear from use, and attractive weathering throughout. The lock housing is decorated with simple incised linear motifs, while the overall form reflects the practical yet

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