Votive Collection

Ares and Aphrodite. Greek art
Votive relief dedicated to Ares and Aphrodite. 5th c.BC. Classical Greek art. Relief on marble. ITALY. VENETO. Venice. Archaeological Museum

Candle burning in a glass container

Tanit goddess
3499721 Tanit goddess; (add.info.: Tanit goddess. Punic art. Votive use. Centuries IV-III b.C.). Necropolis of Puig des Molins. Ibiza (Eivissa), Balearic Islands, Spain.); PHAS/UIG.

Ex-Voto of a warrior, Andalusia, Spain, 4th century BC (bronze)
AIS5364408 Ex-Voto of a warrior, Andalusia, Spain, 4th century BC (bronze); Private Collection; (add.info.: Iberic Art.); © Iberfoto.

Anthropomorphic figure
3499722 Anthropomorphic figure; (add.info.: Anthropomorphic figure. Votive use. Punic. Terracotta. VI-IV Centuries b.C. Illa Plan (Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain).); PHAS/UIG.

Ex voto of sailor Joseph Costa de Vilasa (painting)
AIS5332903 Ex voto of sailor Joseph Costa de Vilasa (painting); (add.info.: Barcelona. Barcelona Maritime Museum); Photo © Rotger/AIC.

Votive plaque of silver
3330407 Votive plaque of silver; (add.info.: Votive plaque of silver dedicated to Jupiter Dolichenus. Dated 2nd Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Votive plaque of silver
3330406 Votive plaque of silver; (add.info.: Votive plaque of silver dedicated to Jupiter Dolichenus. Dated 2nd Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Burma: Province of the City of Mien (called Amien) with the gold and silver towers; subject of the Kublai Khan
BAL34670 Burma: Province of the City of Mien (called Amien) with the gold and silver towers; subject of the Kublai Khan. From The Book of Ser Marco Polo, ed. Yule, pub. 1903; Private Collection.

Mohammadreza Momeni

Mohammadreza Momeni

Votive Stone with Names of Ramses III, Reign of Ramses III (1198-1166 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Votive Stone with Names of Ramses III, Reign of Ramses III (1198-1166 BCE)

Votive Offering Stele Dedicated to Menkheperure, New Kingdom (1569-1081 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Votive Offering Stele Dedicated to Menkheperure, New Kingdom (1569-1081 BCE)

Votive Tablet, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Votive Tablet, 16th century

Mold for a Buddhist Votive Tablet, 12th-13th century. Creator: Unknown
Mold for a Buddhist Votive Tablet, 12th-13th century

Votive Tablet, 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Votive Tablet, 12th century

Votive Stele with Relief of the Apis Bull(?) and a Lotus, Greco 30th Dynasty-end of Ptolemaic Period Creator: Unknown
Votive Stele with Relief of the Apis Bull(?) and a Lotus, Greco 30th Dynasty-end of Ptolemaic Period

Votive Tablet of Buddha Shakyamuni, between c.1050 and c.1100. Creator: Unknown
Votive Tablet of Buddha Shakyamuni, between c.1050 and c.1100

Votive Figure, 7th century. Creator: Unknown
Votive Figure, 7th century

Buddhist Votive Tablet with Vighnantaka, 11th century. Creator: Unknown
Buddhist Votive Tablet with Vighnantaka, 11th century

Votive Plaque, Modern but in style of Ptolemaic Period (333-30 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Votive Plaque, Modern but in style of Ptolemaic Period (333-30 BCE)

Courtesans of the Shin Kanaya, from the series "Mirror of Beautiful Women of the Pleasure... 1776
Courtesans of the Shin Kanaya, from the series "Mirror of Beautiful Women of the Pleasure Quarters (Seiro bijin awase sugata kagami), " vol. 2, Japan, 1776

Mystic Blessings, 1883 (oil on canvas)
PNH352484 Mystic Blessings, 1883 (oil on canvas) by Falero, Luis Riccardo (1851-96); 74x40.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo ePeter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London; Spanish, out of copyright

Coffer from the Tomb of Tutankhamun, New Kingdom (wood, bronze
XIR220898 Coffer from the Tomb of Tutankhamun, New Kingdom (wood, bronze, ivory and coloured glaze) (see also 228565) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); 48.5x72 cm; Egyptian National Museum

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Champorcher valley, Aosta Valley, Italian alps, Italy

Laos, Vientiane. Small votive altar inside Wat Sisaket temple complex

Hiker at Col dei Bof whit Mount Grappa on background, Chiesa Nuova, Seren Valley, Seren del Grappa, Belluno province, Veneto, Italy. (MR)

Votive soup #3
Amir Hossein Kamali | امیرحسین کمالی

Votive soup #2
Amir Hossein Kamali | امیرحسین کمالی

Votive soup
Amir Hossein Kamali | امیرحسین کمالی

Votive soup #4
Amir Hossein Kamali | امیرحسین کمالی

The Athenean Treasury at Delhi, Greece
The Athenian Treasury at Delphi was constructed by the Athenians to house dedications and votive offerings made by their city and citizens to the sanctuary of Apollo

Steatopygous figure, Amlash, late 2nd-early 1st millennium BC (terracotta)
HSC257637 Steatopygous figure, Amlash, late 2nd-early 1st millennium BC (terracotta) by Elamite, (4000-650 BC); height: 20.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Heini Schneebeli

Carved Posts at Alert Bay, British Columbia, 1914, photogravure by John Andrew & Son (photogravure)
STC225366 Carved Posts at Alert Bay, British Columbia, 1914, photogravure by John Andrew & Son (photogravure) by Curtis, Edward Sheriff (1868-1952) (after)

Nomoli figure, Sierra Leone (stone)
PFR204780 Nomoli figure, Sierra Leone (stone) by African School; height:10.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: thought to guarantee the harvest; placed in shrines or buried in fields;)

Copy of a Taino indian motif (stone)
KW260477 Copy of a Taino indian motif (stone) by West Indian School; Caguana Ceremonial Park, Puerto Rico

Votive (Gift) in the Shape of a Womans Head, about 500 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Votive (Gift) in the Shape of a Womans Head, about 500 BCE

Haida Raven totem (carved argillite)
XBP229258 Haida Raven totem (carved argillite) by Canadian School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ravens are the most powerful figures in Haida culture; ); Photo © Boltin Picture Library

Votive Offering of Anichino Corsi (coral & gold)
875163 Votive Offering of Anichino Corsi (coral & gold) by Italian School, (15th century); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; © Giuliano Valsecchi

Votive Pictures (Ema), from the series "A Selection of Horses (Uma-zukushi)"
Votive Pictures (Ema), from the series " A Selection of Horses (Uma-zukushi)", Japan, 1822

Viewing votive paintings, Japan, c. 1800. Creator: Hokusai
Viewing votive paintings, Japan, c. 1800

Votive Tank Shrine with Three Monkey Musicians, 1st / 2nd century. Creator: Unknown
Votive Tank Shrine with Three Monkey Musicians, 1st/2nd century

Statuette of a Horse, 750-730 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Statuette of a Horse, 750-730 BCE

Votive Plaque with Bull, 13th / 14th century. Creator: Unknown
Votive Plaque with Bull, 13th/14th century

Votive Lamp, Poland, Late 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Votive Lamp, Poland, Late 18th century

Votive monument of canon Jean de la Wastine, south ambulatory, Cathedrale Notre-Dame
3469622 Votive monument of canon Jean de la Wastine, south ambulatory, Cathedrale Notre-Dame, Tournai, Hainaut, Belgium, c.1431 (wood) by French School, (15th century); Cathedrale de Notre-Dame

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"Captivating Votives: A Journey through Ancient Greek Art and Cultural Traditions" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of votives, where ancient tales of gods and goddesses come to life. From the fierce battles of Ares to the passionate love affairs of Aphrodite, Greek art unveils a captivating narrative that has fascinated generations. Step into the Funeral Procession of Vietnamese Emperor Khai Dinh, where candles flicker in reverence for a great ruler's journey beyond this earthly realm. The solemnity is palpable as each candle illuminates memories and pays homage to an extraordinary life. Indulge your senses with Votive Soup #3 - a tantalizing blend of flavors that nourish both body and soul. This culinary delight captures centuries-old recipes passed down through generations, infusing every spoonful with history and tradition. Savor Votive Soup #2, a comforting dish that warms hearts with its rich aroma. Each ingredient tells a story, connecting us to our ancestors who sought solace in these humble bowls during times of celebration or sorrow. Delight in Votive Soup - a timeless classic that transcends borders and cultures. Its simple yet profound recipe reminds us that food can be more than sustenance; it can be an offering from one soul to another. Marvel at The Athenean Treasury at Delhi, Greece - an architectural masterpiece standing tall amidst ancient ruins. Its grandeur echoes the glory days when Athens flourished as the cradle of civilization, leaving behind an indelible mark on human history. Gaze upon the Steatopygous figure from Amlash - a terracotta sculpture embodying fertility and abundance. This ancient artifact transports us back in time, revealing how our ancestors revered feminine power and celebrated life's cyclical nature. Return once again to The Athenean Treasury at Delhi, Greece - its majestic columns reaching towards the heavens as if seeking divine blessings.