Ex Voto 1864

An antique 'Ex Voto' or Votive in the form of a carved hand and foot.
A very interesting pair, the beautifully carved hand carved hand and foot in the original painted finish with both dated 1864. 
Ex Voto or Votives were a way of petitioning God or saints for relief from troubles. Religious pilgrims offer these objects in gratitude for their answered prayers, often for recovery from an illness or injury.  Ex-votos can take the form of paintings or sculptures made from a variety of materials including wood, cloth, or wax & usually represent parts of the body that have been healed. The petitioner in this case very likely recovered from an accident or incident involving his hands and feet.
A very unusual pair, not something which turns up every day.
1864
Price is for the pair
Wear commensurate with age, very good condition overall, hanging loops to top later additions, otherwise all original.
Haad 15cm in length approx, foot 13cm approx.
UK courier service available at £15 tracked & signed for 24 hour delivery.