The excavation at Molkenmarkt revealed 188 14th-century reliquary figurines, a unique discovery in Berlin's archaeological record, reflecting the popularity of personal devotion before the Reformation.
Among the finds, the female figurines featured medallion-shaped frames housing saint relics, with crowns symbolizing martyrdom, while fragments of bones added a deeply personal layer to their significance.
The mid-15th century Madonna figurine, although headless, cradles the infant Jesus and symbolizes redemption through Eve's apple, intertwining important theological concepts in medieval art.
The Saint Catherine figurine, intact and finely carved, represents her noble lineage and evokes her martyrdom, showcasing how art captured both religious and historical narratives of the time.
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