Lot 1390
Terracotta Hedgehog Votive, ca. 2000-1000 BC. A simple terracotta hedgehog votive painted light grey-blue. Length: 7.8 cm; Width: 6.3cm.
For the Egyptians, hedgehogs were an earthly representation of reincarnation. The Egyptians mistook hedgehogs natural hibernation schedule as reincarnation. This had deep religious significance because the Egyptians believed when their bodies died they continued their same lifestyle in the afterlife.
Estimated Value $500 - 600.
Ex Malvern, UK private collection, acquired in the 1960's.
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| Realized $540 |
