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The use of markings on the building fabric or hidden objects, with the apparent aim of protecting the building and its inhabitants.
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Deliberately Concealed Garments Project - The Textile Conservation Centre at the University of Southampton explores the folk tradition of concealing objects in the fabric of buildings. Includes a database of garment finds. BBC: Artefact Recalls Witches' Shadow - A "witch bottle" dated to c.1830 is discovered buried in foundations in the Lincolnshire village of Navenby. Current Archaeology: How to Kill a Witch - An illustrated article on witch bottles and their use, in particular one found buried in a ruined house at Reigate, just south of London. Apotropaios - Brian Hoggard describes and explains the history of house protection magic in Britain. Photographs of artefacts are presented and explanations for their use discussed.
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