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(BRAZIL.) Group of 3 carved wood ex votos or "milagres." Various sizes, the largest measuring 13x43/4x21/2 inches, the others slightly smaller.

(BRAZIL.) Group of 3 carved wood ex votos or "milagres." Various sizes, the largest measuring 13x4 3/4x2 1/2 inches, the others slightly smaller. Northeastern Brazil, 20th century

  • Notes: Ex votos are carvings made by the descendants of Yoruba slaves from the Northeastern portion of Brazil, in Ceara or Pernambuco. These are traditionally carried to various sites of miracles. They can appear in the form of just about any body part.

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