Antique Goddess

Adonis was the mortal lover of the goddess Aphrodite in Greek mythology.

According to Mesopotamian mythology she is the Goddess of love, fertility and sex. The male is likely to be Gilgamesh, hero of the ancient world.

The Chariot of Aurora. Aurora the goddess of dawn shown in her chariot, accompanied by the hours and heralded by Apollo; Gilded and patinated.

The model of this clock is allegorical for harvest, personified by the figure of Ceres, the goddess of agriculture who is associated with wheat.

The larger tablet depicts a reclining Venus, Roman Goddess of love and beauty, being fed fruit by a winged cherub, possibly Cupid.

This fine model of the goddess Diana, set upon a rouge marble base, with gilt bronze base border.

The goddess holds lotus, which is a purity symbol in India.

18th - 19th century French Neoclassical fireback with the abduction of Persephone by Hades. Demeter, the goddess of the crops and harvest and Zeus, the king of the gods, had a daught...

Each piece features two, classical-style goddess-like figures in robes surrounded by foliate forms above a fluted, base tapering to a stepped foot.

In Okayama, it enshrines a local god called Odokusama, and in Kochi, it is sometimes placed in the middle of a rice field as a unique shrine to worship the goddess of rice fields (ca...

Three oval cameos show portrait busts in profile, the largest one in the center is of a woman, possibly the goddess Hera. The cameo to the left shows the young Hercules with his club.

The reliefs depict Diana, the Roman goddess of the hunt, unspoiled nature and the moon, as well as a depiction of an allegory of the sea and lakes.

The painting depicts Venus, the splendid Goddess of Beauty, reclining on a chair as three servants, possibly the Three Graces, attend to her.

In ancient Egypt, it was considered a sacred tree, often associated with the goddess Hathor, and believed to provide protection and nourishment in the afterlife.

The centre plaque which is dog leg in shape depicts Flora, goddess of flowers and the season of spring, flanked by swags of oak leaves and acorns.

Nice square cast iron antique fireback displaying "The Bath Of Diana", Goddess of the night and the hunt. Great condition, can be used in a real gas or log fire.

Standing on either side of Binshamonten are his son Zennishi Doji and his wife Kichijoten, the goddess of beauty and fortune. The mythical triad stands upon a rocky outcropping, elev...

Temple of Artemis at Ephesus (Turkey) Status: Ruins remain Built: Original ~550 BCE; rebuilt ~323 BCE Purpose: Sacred to Artemis, goddess of the hunt Significance: Renowned for its ...

In Chinese mythology, Guan Yin is the goddess of mercy and considered to be the physical embodiment of compassion.

The left panel depicts Nemesis, the goddess holding a chalice and dagger, while the right panel features Hebe, the goddess of youth, often associated with Aphrodite.

Callisto was a nymph and follower of the goddess Artemis who was known for her hunting skills and chastity towards men in all forms.

The work is inspired by a marble sculpture also known as Artemis of Gabios because it may represent this goddess. It was discovered in Gabios (near Rome, Italy) by Gavin Hamilton (La...

This piece features three handles and seaweed, fish, waves, and nude swimming goddess motif (two scenes). It holds 9 pints, measures 9" x 10" tall, and weighs 53.6 troy ounces.

The upper image is titled *La Procession de Ganga* and presents a dramatic interpretation of a Hindu festival or ritual linked to the Ganges River, personified here as the goddess Ga...

In Greek mythology, Cephalus was the lover of Eos, goddess of dawn, condemned by Aphrodite to only love mortals.

It is traditionally understood as the equivalent of the Greek goddess Aphrodite, goddess of beauty, physical and passionate love, among the major deities of Olympus.

This beautiful end of Meiji Period Japanese Kyoto Fuzan Satsuma Ware double-handled vase has a gold plated intricate infinite circular relief pattern design and two images of goddess...

Antique fireback / backsplash, woman holding basket. Could be "Demeter"; Goddess of the harvest. Impressive square cast iron antique fireback displaying a woman holding a basket w...

The rear of the coin depicts a dynamic quadriga (four-horse chariot) galloping to the left, driven by a charioteer who is crowned by Nike, the winged goddess of victory, flying above...

Most likely made in Torre del Greco near Naples. Fine figural goddess surrounded by angels. The handle is 4 3/4" long and mounted on 1 1/4" tall stand for display.

In Japanese culture it also represents the goddess Amaterasu. A sun deity whose presence evokes the vital energy of the sun itself.

A wonderful and rare near pair of first quarter 18th century Japanese Edo Imari garniture vases of baluster form having silver-gilt paktong neck and foot mounts in traditional imari ...

The sistrum, an ancient Egyptian rattle, was associated with Hathor, the goddess of music, love and joy, and was often used in temple music to create rhythm and ward off evil spirits.

The tray features the Goddess of the Dawn, Eos in Greece, Aurora in Rome, with her chariot & winged horses driving away the darkness.

This scene is likely inspired by the story of Venus and Aeneas, where the goddess Venus protects and guides her son Aeneas on his destined journey to found Rome.

A stunning late 19th century Tibetan Thangka depicting the Buddhist goddess, Sitatapattra. The term "Sitatapatra" translates to mean "White Umbrella" or "White Parasol," emphasizing ...

One shows the factories where the beers are brewed, and the other represents the allegory of the Meuse which represents the goddess of the Meuse leaning on an amphora from which the ...

In ancient Greek religion and mythology, pan is the god of nature, the wild, shepherds, flocks, of mountain wilds, and is often associated with sexuality. Selene is the goddess of...

Large Roman style bronze figural architectural element, depicting a goddess holding on her head an acanthus column with a bronze urn cascading with flowers, fruits and leaves.

Her shoe and bracelet accentuate her nudity, yet the woman looking directly at us exudes an aura of aloofness, making her appear like a goddess enthroned on the sofa. This effect is ...

These marvelous firedogs or andirons feature bronze construction in baluster form, raised on paw feet, decorated with the goddess's face on the front. In good condition with normal ...

The scene depicts the Greek myth in which Paris, a Trojan prince, is forced to choose the most beautiful goddess among Aphrodite, Athena, and Hera. After the promise (or bribe) of re...

We can think of the union of the couple on the right. Above them is the goddess Athena in her helmet. The winged figure on the left with a lighted torch is traditionally an allegory ...

At the top is the golden goddess Isanami, who leads the heroine behind the fan into a dream experience" (French Opera, p. 28) Publisher: Gillot, Paris Condition: Excellent Poster si...

In Greek mythology, it is said that the carnation was the flower of Artemis, the goddess of the hunt. According to legend, a young shepherd played a flute during one of her hunts, an...

This small Khmer bronze devotional figure depicts the Hindu goddess Uma, consort of Shiva, goddess of love and beauty.

In the Royal Vienna style. Depicting the goddess Psyche in the clouds attended by Donatello style putti or cherubs.

Gracefully perched on three bronze poles adorned with delicately detailed Greek goddess figures and raised caryatids, the centerpiece exudes classical elegance.

The little toe of Sati's right foot was said to have fallen at the site of the Hooghly River, and from this point on the area became associated with the goddess Kali. By the 1690s, w...

The fireback depicts Minerva, goddess of knowledge, intellect and ingenuity of the human spirit.

Sculpture "La Source" in bronze with a medal patina signed Lucie Signoret-Ledieu. It represents the goddess Diana, goddess of the hunt, sitting on a rock from which a spring escapes ...

In the Greek pantheon, the goddess, Nyx, is the personification of Night whose attribute is the bat.

This beautiful engraving refers to the homonym bronze sculpture realized by the important French Impressionist sculptor Rodin in the late 1800 as a bust of the republic and then, for...

The little toe of Sati's right foot was said to have fallen at the site of the Hooghly River, and from this point on the area became associated with the goddess Kali. By the 1690s, w...

Each vase depicts a meeting of Shoulao, the God of Longevity, and Magu, the Goddess of Longevity. With a peach extended in one hand, Shoulao's posture can be interpreted as the idiom...

An elegant round chocolate box made in Fine blue porcelain with figures of a Goddess and two angels hiding by the clouds. Floral decoration from the side in blue and white again.

Hero dedicated her life to serving the goddess Aphrodite, making sacrifices to her and worshiping her in a temple.

Iconographically, it could be Venus, although it is more common for the goddess to be presented halfnaked or completely naked, so it is also possible that it is an allegory (given th...

In ancient Rome, the Vestals or Vestal Virgins were priestesses of Vesta, goddess of the home. The college of the Vestals and its property were considered fundamental for the continu...

It then extends downwards with 2 Corinthian Style bronze columns, with the main insert being bronze neo-classical or goddess figures (each one different than the other).