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Botafumeiro
Santiago Cathedral Workshop
About
The legendary 80kg silver-plated brass censer that swings through the transept of Santiago cathedral, reaching speeds of 68 km/h and heights of 21 metres. Originally used to fumigate weary pilgrims, it has become the most iconic symbol of Santiago. The current Botafumeiro dates to 1851.
Details
Medium
Silver-plated brass
Year Created
1851
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