Votive left arm

Made:
200 BCE-100 CE in Roman Empire
Votive left arm, bronze, Roman, 200BC-100AD

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Votive left arm, bronze, Roman, 200BC-100AD
Science Museum Group Collection
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Votive left arm, bronze, Roman, 200BC-100AD

Votive offerings were given to the gods either in the hope of a cure or as thanks for one and were made in the shape of the afflicted body part. This example shows a left arm made from bronze. It is believed to be Roman. It is unclear what the devotee may have been experiencing. The use of bronze may indicate a wealthy owner as most votives were made from terracotta.

Details

Category:
Classical & Medieval Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A634944
Materials:
bronze
Measurements:
overall: 15 mm x 85 mm x 17 mm, 0.06kg
type:
votive offering
credit:
Loan, Wellcome Trust