CLASSICS 330 Lecture Notes - Lecture 9: Libanius
22 Feb 2018
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Leads us into the discussion of erotic and love magic. Figurines that have been found are commonly made of lead. Figurine of a naked man, something around his neck, hands tied behind the back. A neatly made figurine in a miniature lead coffin. Sometimes people write the curse on the inside of the coffins. This is an elaborate way of creating a curse. These are considered to be a part of the same idea of making figurines. 2d or 3d does not matter, as long as it is an image of someone used to specify or strengthen a curse. A figurine of two lovers embracing each other. Wax figurines do not last very well, but they are described in ancient written evidence. Wax figurines are often burned or melted in rituals. Uses the hair of a victim in a figurine. This is described but does not survive well unless it is in a dry place like.
