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662 - Four votive animals made of iron, forged. Stylized depictions of a pig, an ox, and two horses. Corroded, preserved; height 6.5 cm – 9.5 cm.
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Four votive animals made of iron, forged. Stylized depictions of a pig, an ox, and two horses. Corroded, preserved; height 6.5 cm – 9.5 cm. Votive offerings in the form of animal figures replaced the animal sacrifices previously in use and were employed to support prayers for the health of livestock. Provenance: Estate of Hildegard Dick, Westerland, Sylt. Four Alpine wrought-iron votive figures in the shape of an ox, a pig, and two horses. Corroded, chipped. Alpine. 18th/19th century.
Auction details
International Fine Art Auction No. 198 - PART IAuction house
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