Hoi Mata
Size:
4 x 5cm
Region:
Himachal Pradesh, India
Age/Period:
19/20th century
Material:
Silver
Condition:
good
Description:
My Indian runners call this type of amulet “Hoi Mata”, another name is the three sisters
They are considered to be protectors of vegetation
Often the figure in the middle is taller or has her armes rised
They are composed from leaves and fruits or have at least a crown made out of leaves
25,5 – ERNE