Silver replica of an eye-shaped votive offering with chased decoration (late 19th century). The ex-voto was not only offered to protect the eye itself but also in the hope that it will protect the faithful from the ‘evil eye’.
Donated by Mikes Paidousis
Collections
Post-Byzantine & Neo-Hellenic art
Type
Replicas
Dimensions
6.5 x 4.3 cm
Material
Silver
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