Etruscan Votive Foot Fragment Culture: Etruscan Date: 5th century B.C. Description: Fragment of a votive foot in light buff terracotta, modeled with marked toes and traces of ancient red pigment on the surface. The piece preserves part of the instep and metatarsal area, with the upper break corresponding to the ankle section. Made of coarse, porous clay typical of early Etruscan production, possibly from Veii or Chiusi workshops. These votive limbs were offered in sanctuaries as thanks or supplication for healing of specific body parts, predating the widespread Hellenistic votive tradition. Dimensions: Length 110 mm. Condition: Fragmentary but stable; ancient break at ankle; surface with mineral deposits and traces of original pigment; no modern restoration. Provenance: Private Belgian collection , acquired before the 1970s.