€80
AN UNUSUAL IRISH FOLK ART 'GOD IN A BOTTLE' the green tinged glass bottle with crucifix mounted internally. A variation of ship in a bottle. 30cm tall The mysterious “God in a Bottle” - where votive offerings are suspended within bottles filled with liquid. This idiosyncratic form of vernacular art often features religious themes, depicting scenes from the Bible or other spiritual imagery. With historical roots spanning various cultures and regions worldwide, “God in a Bottle” art serves as a unique medium for expressing faith and storytelling in a compact and visually captivating manner. Notably, this form of folk art is particularly associated with Ireland, where it had a strong tradition. Interestingly, these intriguing creations occasionally found their way to England, likely brought by Irish laborers working on roads and building sites. Despite their mysterious and sometimes bizarre appearance, these sculptures inside bottles carry significant religious and cultural significance, representing a fascinating aspect of folk art and vernacular heritage.
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