Antique Indo-Himalayan Bronze Fertility Votive Figure, 15th-17th Century or Earlier
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This antique fertility votive figure is a captivating relic from the Indo-Himalayan region, potentially crafted between the 15th and 17th centuries or earlier. The figure measures 4.5 cm in height and 1.5 cm in width (approximately 1.77 inches by 0.59 inches), made from bronze with an excavation patina that affirms its antiquity. The statuette's form and posture are characteristic of fertility idols, which were central to many ancient cultures' religious practices and daily life. Such figures were often associated with fertility rites, the veneration of deities, and the hope for prosperity. The deep patina and enduring material speak to the object's age and the centuries of reverence it may have witnessed. It is an essential piece for any collection that values historical artifacts and the insight they provide into past civilizations' spiritual and cultural beliefs.
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Antique Indo-Himalayan Bronze Fertility Votive Figure, 15th-17th Century or Earlier
Estimate $250 - $450
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