Door Post Item Number: Ae41 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Door post of squared timber divided on two surfaces into three sections of carving. Sections are separated by horizontal tooth-like incisions. The central section has a geometric motif consisting of a domed centre surrounded by a ring with two lines meeting in each corner. This central section is flanked by a geometric design composed of semicircles and arched lines with recessed areas against a corrugated background. Both top and bottom of post are shaped to fit into horizontal sills.
History Of Use
Carved door frames are made and used by the Bali.
Iconographic Meaning
Spider and masks are symbols associated with feudal leaders and institutions.
Cultural Context
Chief's door post.
Item History
- Made in Cameroon
- Collected before 1980
- Owned by E. M. Von Kaldenberg before July 28, 1980
- Received from Museum of Anthropology Shop Volunteers (Funding source) and E. M. Von Kaldenberg (Seller) on July 28, 1980
What
Who
- Culture
- Central African
- Previous Owner
- E. M. Von Kaldenberg
- Received from
- Museum of Anthropology Shop Volunteers (Funding source) and E. M. Von Kaldenberg (Seller)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Cameroon
When
- Collection Date
- before 1980
- Ownership Date
- before July 28, 1980
- Acquisition Date
- on July 28, 1980
Other
- Condition
- fair
- Accession Number
- 0640/0002