EthnoAntiques

Cow With Five Legs (2)

Height: 6.5 cm    Weight: 110 gram

In the Hinduistic religions, five-legged cows are not simply a mutation, but a miracle. They are considered as extra holy; frequently they are  adorned and get especially worshipped.

Cow With Five Legs (2), View A

Cow With Five Legs (2), View B

Cow With Five Legs (2), Detail a (fifth leg)

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