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Granary Shutter
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Granary Shutter

Artist/Maker Dogon people Mali
Date20th century
CultureDogon
Mediumwood and iron
DimensionsOverall: 23 1/8 x 18 5/8 x 2 3/4 in. (58.7 x 47.3 x 7 cm)
ClassificationsArchitectural Elements
Credit LineGift of Alan Potamkin
Terms
    Object number2007.48.19
    On View
    Not on view
    Collections
    • Art of Africa
    DescriptionFemale breasts symbolize the sustenance provided by the crops stored within and the nurturing of subsequent generations because the grain also provides seeds for the next growing season.
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