3 antique wooden amulets from Northern Pakistan – protection and identity symbols for animals Goat amulet
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These three rare wooden amulets date from the period of animist beliefs in the mountainous regions of northern Pakistan , particularly from the Swat Valley in Kohistan , a region known for its elaborate woodwork. The amulets originally served as protective tokens for the animals that wore them, as well as a type of branding to identify the animal's owner. The elaborate symbolic carvings were intended to ward off misfortune, with the motifs often having deep-rooted cultural and spiritual meanings. While some of the patterns show Buddhist influences (a formerly major religion of the region), many come from an even older spiritual tradition.
Hidden Powers - The Secret Chamber
Many of these amulets (including these three) contain a small, originally sealed hollow chamber that was filled with protective symbols. These often contained:
• dirt from holy places
• insects or small stones
• prayer rolls, beads or other spiritual objects
It was believed that these objects had a special magical power and protected the animal from diseases, accidents and other dangers.
A unique piece of spiritual history: These wooden amulets are not only exceptional collector's items, but also impressive witnesses to a centuries-old culture. Perfect for lovers of ethnic art, spiritual artifacts or for those who want to add a piece of authentic history to their collection.
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