Votive Figure Collection

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 Tablet with Buddha, 9th century. Creator: Unknown
Votive Tablet with Buddha, 9th century

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

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

Syro-Phoenician statuette (bronze)
AMQ113721 Syro-Phoenician statuette (bronze) by Syrian; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; Syrian, out of copyright

Statuette of a cat, sacred to the goddess Bastet of Bubastis (bronze)
AMQ104479 Statuette of a cat, sacred to the goddess Bastet of Bubastis (bronze) by Egyptian, Late Period (715-332 BC); height:14.8 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Statuette of a man, inscribed of the Madrarum clan, from Nugub, near Beihan
AMQ113719 Statuette of a man, inscribed of the Madrarum clan, from Nugub, near Beihan, South Yemen, 1st-2nd century AD (alabaster) by Yemen School; height:27.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum

Inca tools and artefacts, Peru, from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne, Volume II
STC109014 Inca tools and artefacts, Peru, from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne, Volume II, plate 22, by Jules Ferrario, published c.1820s-30s (colour litho) by Italian School

Study for the St Bernardino in the Votive picture of Doge Gritti, c1535, (1937). Artist: Titian
Study for the St Bernardino in the Votive picture of Doge Gritti, c1535, (1937). A print from Titian Paintings and Drawings, introduction by Hans Tietze, Phaidon Press, Vienna, 1937

Roman Votive relief of Athlete from Republican Period, Rome, c2nd century BC. Capitoline Museum

Terracotta Etruscan Votive of Child Feeding Bird, from Vulci, c2nd century BC. Vulci or Volci was a rich and important Etruscan city. At Villa Giulia, Rome

Clay Votive Figurine of Man wearing Belt and Dagger, Proto-Palatial Period, 2000BC-1700 BC. From the Peak Sanctuary at Petsofa near Palaikastro, Eastern Crete. Minoan

Celtic Stone Votive Figure of a Child
A Celtic stone votive figure of a child, from the sources of the Seine, France, from the Daton Musems collection

Detail of a limestone statue of a woman, about 2500 BC, from Tello (ancient Girsu), Southern Iraq, which was part of the Kingdom of Lagash

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Votive figures have been used for centuries as a way to express devotion and gratitude to deities or spirits. These small, often intricately carved statues are offered as gifts in exchange for blessings or protection and can be found in various cultures around the world, each with their own unique symbolism and significance. From ancient Greece to pre-Columbian Mesoamerica, votive figures have played a central role in religious practices and rituals. Some are meant to represent specific gods or goddesses, while others serve as symbols of fertility, prosperity, or healing. The act of creating and offering a a deeply personal and spiritual one. It requires careful thought and intention, as well as a genuine belief in the power of the divine forces being invoked. For many people, these figures serve as tangible reminders of their faith and connection to something greater than themselves. Whether made from clay, wood, stone, or metal they can imbued with meaning and energy that transcends their physical form. They stand as testament to the enduring human desire to connect with the sacred and seek guidance from higher powers. In today's fast-paced world, where technology often dominates our lives, the practice of making they can offer a sense of grounding and connection to our spiritual roots. By taking the time to create something beautiful and meaningful for our chosen deity or spirit guide, we reaffirm our beliefs and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose in our daily lives.