Two figures flank the main
entrance to the residence compound
of a Mossi chief. The figures are
placed with their backs about 6 inches
from the mud wall from the house,
the male to the left of the door, & the
female to the right. A very elaborate
decorative straw mat is placed
between the figures and the wall so
that it can slide across the opening
to the compound and close off the
entrance at night. The figures are
intended to hold the mat in place,
& to make it clear to visitors that they
are entering the house of a chief.
They also prevent dangerous spirits
from entering and harming the family.
29.75"H x 4.25"W x 4"D
Two figures flank the main
entrance to the residence compound
of a Mossi chief. The figures are
placed with their backs about 6 inches
from the mud wall from the house,
the male to the left of the door, & the
female to the right. A very elaborate
decorative straw mat is placed
between the figures and the wall so
that it can slide across the opening
to the compound and close off the
entrance at night. The figures are
intended to hold the mat in place,
& to make it clear to visitors that they
are entering the house of a chief.
They also prevent dangerous spirits
from entering and harming the family.
29.75"H x 4.25"W x 4"D
