Domovoi Shoe Slavic Amulet Doll

Description

In Slavic folklore, every home hosts a Domovik or Domovoi, believed to embody the soul of one or more deceased family members. This belief integrates him into ancestor worship traditions. Traditionally, he resides at the threshold under the entrance, in the attic, or in the hearth behind the stove. Families take care not to disturb the smoldering remains of fires to prevent their ancestors from falling through the grate. When satisfied, the Domovik acts as a guardian and assists with chores, feeds animals, and protects those living in the home. The Ukrainian word “Oberih” describes this protective act and can extend to items that require safeguarding; thus, an “oberih” refers to “an item that protects.”

Alleged to bring blessings to your marriage and family. Shoes symbolize a clean and simple life journey, great food, and a full peaceful home. Seeds have the energy of the sun and children’s health and fruits bring longevity. These house spirits are ready to watch over you, your home, and your pets. They will put things to ease and take care of protecting everything at your home. This talismans brings prosperity, peace, and love to your home.

Bast shoes are shoes made from fibre taken from the bark of trees. Woven and fitted to the shape of a foot, this is traditional footwear of the forest areas of Northern Europe. Formerly worn by poorer members of the Finnic peoples, Balts, Ukrainians, and Belarussians. They were easy to make, but not durable. Similar shoes have also been made of strips of birch bark in more northern areas where bast is not readily available.

Place him in your Kitchen or by your front door so he may bring peace, protection and prosperity to you and your home.

You will receive 1 handmade shoe doll.

Made in Ukraine