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This is a late 19th century decorative carved wooden panel. African in origin and would have originally been used as a door to a prestigious home or palace, known as ilekun. The quality of the carving is stunning and would now make great wall decorations. Beautiful clear age as well.

Height 168cm Width 31cm

Date of Manufacture

TallBoy Interiors has dated this Carved Wooden Panel to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

168cm (66.14")

Width

31cm (12.20")

Depth

2cm (0.79")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1099888

Dealers Internal Reference

SKU00002114

Description

This is a late 19th century decorative carved wooden panel.

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African in origin and would have originally been used as a door to a prestigious home or palace, known as ilekun.

TallBoy Interiors

The quality of the carving is stunning and would now make great wall decorations. Beautiful clear age as well.

Height 168cm Width 31cm

Date of Manufacture

TallBoy Interiors has dated this Carved Wooden Panel to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

168cm (66.14")

Width

31cm (12.20")

Depth

2cm (0.79")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1099888

Dealers Internal Ref

SKU00002114

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ObjectWall Panels
Period19th century
StyleTribal / Ethnic
MaterialHardwood
ColourDark Brown
MotifsGeometric relief carving, Linear incisions, Chevron patterns
SizeH 168 cm (66 in) x W 31 cm (12 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

FAQs

An ilekun is a traditional carved wooden door panel originating from Yoruba communities in West Africa, historically used to secure architectural structures and signify status.

These panels are typically hand-carved from dense local hardwoods using traditional forged iron adzes, chisels, and knives to create intricate geometric and symbolic relief patterns.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-tool marks, dry patination from age, shrinkage cracks, and surface wear consistent with decades of exposure and handling.

Mounting the piece as a focal point on a neutral wall allows the texture, grain, and historical significance to stand out within a contemporary space.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight, and dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth without applying liquid polishes.