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Votive left foot, Roman, 200 BCE-200 CE
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Votive left foot, Roman, 200 BCE-200 CE
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Votive offerings are representations of afflicted body parts presented to a god, either in the hope of a cure or as thanks for one. This terracotta object may show the condition club foot, where the foot has not developed properly and causes difficulty when walking.

maker: Unknown maker

Place made: Roman Republic and Empire

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Keywords: votive offering; club foot
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  • Library reference: Science Museum A634921
  • Photo number: L0058428
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