From Technique to Meaning: Challenging the Tangible-Intangible Divide through the Inscriptions on Metal Votives (the Case of the National Preserve «Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra»)

Metal votive offerings inscribed with devotional messages challenge the traditional distinction between tangible and intangible heritage, offering a rich source of historical and cultural insight. A study of over 600 metal votives from the National Preserve 'Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra' reveals that these artifacts, spanning the 18th to early 20th centuries, reflect diverse Christian practices and social contexts across multiple denominations. The inscriptions on these objects provide critical clues for understanding their provenance and religious significance, particularly in regions like Ukraine where multiple Christian traditions coexisted. Analyzing these inscriptions helps bridge gaps in documentation, offering a deeper appreciation of devotional practices and their evolving meanings over time.

Kizlova, A. (2024). FROM TECHNIQUE TO MEANING: CHALLENGING THE TANGIBLE-INTANGIBLE DIVIDE THROUGH THE INSCRIPTIONS ON METAL VOTIVES (THE CASE OF THE NATIONAL PRESERVE «KYIV-PECHERSK LAVRA»). Науковий Простір: Актуальні Питання, Досягнення Та Інновації. https://doi.org/10.62731/mcnd-29.11.2024.009