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429 - A 17th century silver gilt figa pomander
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A 17th century silver gilt figa pomander L 6 cm, weight 24 g. Probably South German or spanish. The figa, or fig hand, has been regarded as a symbol of fertility and good fortune since ancient times. As an apotropaic amulet, it was believed to protect its wearer from misfortune and evil spells. For an example executed in rock crystal in the collection of the Kunstgewerbemuseum, Berlin, cf: https://search.smb.museum/object/obj-899265 Provenance With Peter Szuhay, London. Literature For the type cf. cat. The thing of mine I have loved the best: Meaningful Jewels, London 2018, No. 6.
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