Ex voto (13) - Wax - 1900-1950 - Heads and Busts

13 old wax ex-votos – heads and busts – popular devotion – Belgium - first half of the 20th century Professionally shipped – more than 950 five-star reviews worldwide. Collection of 13 old wax ex-votos in the form of human heads and busts. Such wax votive offerings were given as expressions of gratitude or as supplications for healing and protection. Heads and body parts referred to the person or body part for which one sought divine intervention. The pieces are individually formed and display different models, sizes and wax tones, from ivory-white and yellow to green- and brownish shades. Some are equipped with a hanging cord. Originating from an old collection of religious folk art. Dimensions: height approx. 5 to 8 cm. Condition: signs of aging and use, discolorations, soiling and local damage. Some pieces are hollow and show damage or openings at the rear or bottom. See the photos for a full view of the condition. Please look closely at the photos; they are part of the description. Sent with track & trace.

Estimate:£126.76

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