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Goddess Minerva

Danish Bust of Minerva
Danish Bust of Minerva

Danish Bust of Minerva

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1940's Danish ceramic bust depicting the Goddess Minerva. Measurements: Height: 22.5" Width: 11.25" Depth: 7.5"

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Busts

Materials

Ceramic

Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century

Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

18th-19th century French Neoclassical fireback with the goddess Minerva. Goddess of knowledge, intellect and ingenuity of the human spirit.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimn...

Materials

Iron

French 'Minerva' Fireback / Backsplash, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period
French 'Minerva' Fireback / Backsplash, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period

French 'Minerva' Fireback / Backsplash, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

19th century French Napoleon III Period fireback with the goddess Minerva. Goddess of knowledge, intellect, and ingenuity of the human spirit.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century

Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

18th-19th century French Neoclassical period fireback with the goddess Minerva. Goddess of knowledge, intellect and ingenuity of the human spirit.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimn...

Materials

Iron

Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century

Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

18th-19th century French Neoclassical fireback with the goddess Minerva. Goddess of knowledge, intellect and ingenuity of the human spirit.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimn...

Materials

Iron

Antique Bust of Minerva
Antique Bust of Minerva

Antique Bust of Minerva

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A 20th century spelter bust of the Roman Goddess Minerva. Dating from the early 1900s, this Minerva bust is over 120 years old.

Category

Early 20th Century Georgian Statues

Materials

Spelter

Silver jardiniere centerpiece Minerva, France, late 19th century.
Silver jardiniere centerpiece Minerva, France, late 19th century.

Silver jardiniere centerpiece Minerva, France, late 19th century.

Located in Chorzów, PL

The jardinier comes from France from around 1850, marked with a French hallmark, the head of the goddess Minerva. (Silver 0.950). A rare rectangular form of an intricately carved ba...

Category

Antique 1850s French Centerpieces

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Ancient Roman gold ring with agate intaglio of Minerva, circa 2nd - 3rd century
Ancient Roman gold ring with agate intaglio of Minerva, circa 2nd - 3rd century

Ancient Roman gold ring with agate intaglio of Minerva, circa 2nd - 3rd century

Located in London, GB

Ancient Roman gold ring with agate intaglio of Minerva. Set with an oval banded agate intaglio to centre of the standing goddess Minerva with long robes and helmet, holding a winged ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Signet Rings

19th Century French Bronze Model of Minerva After The Antique
19th Century French Bronze Model of Minerva After The Antique

19th Century French Bronze Model of Minerva After The Antique

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Minerva (or Athena in Greek Mythology) is the goddess of wisdom and warfare.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Grand Tour Statues

Materials

Bronze

Monumental Pair of Classical Greek Marble Sculptures of Minerva, Italy, 1950s
Monumental Pair of Classical Greek Marble Sculptures of Minerva, Italy, 1950s

Monumental Pair of Classical Greek Marble Sculptures of Minerva, Italy, 1950s

Located in Madrid, ES

Exceptional pair of monumental marble sculptures depicting the Greek goddess Minerva (Athena), crafted in Italy during the 1950s from fine white Italian marble.

Category

Mid-20th Century Statues

Materials

Marble

Minerva intaglio ring in 22 karat gold, signet ring
Minerva intaglio ring in 22 karat gold, signet ring

Minerva intaglio ring in 22 karat gold, signet ring

Located in PARIS, FR

Minerva intaglio ring in 22 karat gold. Ring centered with a carnelian intaglio probably depicting the goddess Minerva, holding a spear in her right hand and accompanied by a bird on...

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Antique 1880s French Late Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold

Pair of Sterling Silver and Cut Crystal Salt Cellars
Pair of Sterling Silver and Cut Crystal Salt Cellars

Pair of Sterling Silver and Cut Crystal Salt Cellars

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

Dating from around the turn of the 20th century, these feature removable white crystal cups, diamond cut for extra brilliance, and are hallmarked with the head of the goddess Minerva...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Silver

17 Foot Long Signed Flemish Tapestry from the Series of 7 Liberal Arts, C. 1670
17 Foot Long Signed Flemish Tapestry from the Series of 7 Liberal Arts, C. 1670

17 Foot Long Signed Flemish Tapestry from the Series of 7 Liberal Arts, C. 1670

Located in Dallas, TX

Neoclassical themed, the scene illustrates a reading lesson under the guidance of the Roman goddess, Minerva (Athena in Greek mythology), who was a sponsor to the arts.

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Antique Mid-17th Century Belgian Neoclassical Tapestries

Materials

Textile, Wool, Linen, Silk

Classical Marble Bust of Female Figure with Helmet, Three Tones, 1990
Classical Marble Bust of Female Figure with Helmet, Three Tones, 1990

Classical Marble Bust of Female Figure with Helmet, Three Tones, 1990

Located in Marbella, ES

A stunning, classically inspired bust carved from three-toned marble, depicting a female figure wearing an ancient-style helmet, evoking the iconography of the goddess Minerva or an ...

Category

Late 20th Century Busts

Materials

Marble

Antique Enamel, Diamond and Gold Locket Pendant Depicting Minerva, Circa 1877
Antique Enamel, Diamond and Gold Locket Pendant Depicting Minerva, Circa 1877

Antique Enamel, Diamond and Gold Locket Pendant Depicting Minerva, Circa 1877

Located in London, GB

Electronically tests as 18ct gold. Minerva was the ancient Roman goddess of wisdom, medicine, the arts, and strategic warfare.

Category

Antique 1870s American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Ashtray & cigarette holder Dice by Legros Marius for Dunhill Paris 1930s
Ashtray & cigarette holder Dice by Legros Marius for Dunhill Paris 1930s

Ashtray & cigarette holder Dice by Legros Marius for Dunhill Paris 1930s

By Alfred Dunhill

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Both the box and cover are marked with the Goddess Minerva in an octagon, the French punch mark for 950 Fine Silver, a grade of silver finer then sterling silver.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Silver

Pair of Bronze Regency Figures on Neoclassical Bases
Pair of Bronze Regency Figures on Neoclassical Bases

Pair of Bronze Regency Figures on Neoclassical Bases

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A dramatic pair of antique regency era bronze figures, depicting the Roman God Mars and Goddess Minerva, elevated by stepped black marble bases with neoclassical style columns to the...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Regency Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Metal, Bronze

Roman Coin Pendant in Gold with Sapphire — Hadrian Denarius
Roman Coin Pendant in Gold with Sapphire — Hadrian Denarius

Roman Coin Pendant in Gold with Sapphire — Hadrian Denarius

Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv

The reverse depicts the goddess Minerva, shown standing with spear and shield — timeless symbols of wisdom, strategy, and protection.

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Gold

Large Ancient Roman Carnelian Intaglio Gold Ring c.1st Century AD
Large Ancient Roman Carnelian Intaglio Gold Ring c.1st Century AD

Large Ancient Roman Carnelian Intaglio Gold Ring c.1st Century AD

Located in Chicago, IL

The intaglio is engraved with the Roman goddess Minerva. She is wearing a crested helmet and a long tunic.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold

French Empire Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Steel Figural Chandelier
French Empire Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Steel Figural Chandelier

French Empire Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Steel Figural Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

The owl represents wisdom and vigilance, attributes associated with the goddess Minerva in classical tradition. Its presence underscores the intellectual symbolism often favored in E...

Category

20th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze, Steel

EMPEROR HADRIAN Ancient Roman Coin 2nd Cent. AD Silver Pendant
EMPEROR HADRIAN Ancient Roman Coin 2nd Cent. AD Silver Pendant

EMPEROR HADRIAN Ancient Roman Coin 2nd Cent. AD Silver Pendant

Located in Roma, IT

On the reverse side of the coin, the goddess Minerva is depicted, shown standing with a spear and shield, symbols of wisdom, strategy, and protective power.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Etruscan Revival Banded Agate Athena Cameo Brooch
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Etruscan Revival Banded Agate Athena Cameo Brooch

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Etruscan Revival Banded Agate Athena Cameo Brooch

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

Wear and tear acquiescent with age. The Greek Goddess Athena (equated with Roman Goddess Minerva) was the goddess of wisdom, warfare, and handicraft.

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

French Tapestry Royale Aubusson 18e - The Sacrifice To Jupiter - No. 1686
French Tapestry Royale Aubusson 18e - The Sacrifice To Jupiter - No. 1686

French Tapestry Royale Aubusson 18e - The Sacrifice To Jupiter - No. 1686

By Royal Manufacture of Aubusson

Located in Paris, FR

It is during these preparations that Mentor (the goddess Minerva in disguise) intervenes to interrupt the ceremony and propose a peaceful resolution.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Silk

Bust of Minerva
Bust of Minerva

Bust of Minerva

Located in Atlanta, GA

Bust of Minerva. Depicting the Goddess with wings crested helmet, resting on a conforming stand.

Category

20th Century French Busts

Materials

Plaster

Buschman “Minerva” German Horizontal Table Clock
Buschman “Minerva” German Horizontal Table Clock

Buschman “Minerva” German Horizontal Table Clock

Located in New Orleans, LA

A finely moulded ebony and turtleshell casing veneered in a mottled red hue holds the clock’s fusée and chain movement with verge escapement and balance with hogs-bristle regulation....

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Antique 17th Century German Renaissance Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Silver

Bronze Reliefs of Minerva and Mars by Émile Pinedo
Bronze Reliefs of Minerva and Mars by Émile Pinedo

Bronze Reliefs of Minerva and Mars by Émile Pinedo

By Émile Pinedo

Located in New Orleans, LA

The paired compositions showcase the artist's mastery in capturing both the classical power and beauty of these mythological figures, rendered with the technical precision that estab...

Category

Late 19th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique German Neoclassical Minerva Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Antique German Neoclassical Minerva Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century

Antique German Neoclassical Minerva Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

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

Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimn...

Materials

Iron

Three-Dimensional Continental Majolica Charger of Minerva, Late 19th Century
Three-Dimensional Continental Majolica Charger of Minerva, Late 19th Century

Three-Dimensional Continental Majolica Charger of Minerva, Late 19th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Three-Dimensional Continental Majolica Charger of Minerva, Late 19th Century A large and exquisitely modeled Continental majolica charger depicting Minerva, Roman goddess of wisdom ...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Classical Roman Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

A Roman Ring With A Intaglio Nicolo Minerva 1st Century AD
A Roman Ring With A Intaglio Nicolo Minerva 1st Century AD

A Roman Ring With A Intaglio Nicolo Minerva 1st Century AD

Located in Firenze, IT

Top size: 14.5 mm Ring size: 7 Weight: 5.2 gr The carving, from Roman times and attributable to the first century AD, is engraved with the depiction of Minerva, goddess of wisdom an...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Louis XVI Style Annular Dial Clock in the Manner of Lepaute, French, circa 1890
Louis XVI Style Annular Dial Clock in the Manner of Lepaute, French, circa 1890

Louis XVI Style Annular Dial Clock in the Manner of Lepaute, French, circa 1890

By Jean-André Lepaute 1

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

Of Fleur de Pêcher marble, the body of the clock is of vase form mounted with gilt-bronze serpent cast handles, with twin rotating cercles tournant enamel cartouche chapter rings and...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI More Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Portrait Duchess Wissing Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master English
Portrait Duchess Wissing Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master English

Portrait Duchess Wissing Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master English

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

It is a portrait of an elegant lady depicted with the attributes of the Roman goddess Minerva, namely a large shield, known as an aegis, upon which her left forearm rests, and a spea...

Category

17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

pair of Italian 19th century Bronze and Marble plaques of Mars and Minerva
pair of Italian 19th century Bronze and Marble plaques of Mars and Minerva

pair of Italian 19th century Bronze and Marble plaques of Mars and Minerva

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Mars the Greek god of War and Minerva the goddess of Wisdom and Strategy, represent the eternal struggle between aggression and strategy, war and diplomacy, or brute force and calcul...

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Decorative Sculpture of a Goddess Holding a Consolidated B-24 Liberator
Decorative Sculpture of a Goddess Holding a Consolidated B-24 Liberator

Decorative Sculpture of a Goddess Holding a Consolidated B-24 Liberator

Located in Milano, IT

Coming from the house of an Italian WW2 Veteran, the present object is a decorative desk sculpture representing a goddess, possibly Minerva, holding in her hand a faithful reproducti...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Aviation Objects

Materials

Metal

Pair Mid 20th Century Table lamps with Wood Sculpted Heads of Goddess Athena
Pair Mid 20th Century Table lamps with Wood Sculpted Heads of Goddess Athena

Pair Mid 20th Century Table lamps with Wood Sculpted Heads of Goddess Athena

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful pair of Mid 20th century large table lamps with busts of the Greece goddess Athena (Roman Minerva), with gilded helmets.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Greek Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Savary & Fils: 182pc. French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set, 26 Svg. Pcs. 1880
Savary & Fils: 182pc. French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set, 26 Svg. Pcs. 1880

Savary & Fils: 182pc. French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set, 26 Svg. Pcs. 1880

By Savary Paris 1

Located in Wilmington, DE

The “1” within the profile of the goddess Minerva signifies a silver purity of 950 parts per thousand, a standard known as “first standard” or “950 sterling silver”.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Louis XVI Sterling Silver

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Rare Victorian Vulcanite Athena Tear Drop Cameo Pendant
Rare Victorian Vulcanite Athena Tear Drop Cameo Pendant

Rare Victorian Vulcanite Athena Tear Drop Cameo Pendant

Located in Honolulu, HI

The pendant features a beautifully detailed oval cameo of the goddess Athena (Minerva), depicted in profile wearing her traditional armored helmet.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Other, Other

Antique Carved Emerald Cameo Ring of 14k Gold, Circa 1880
Antique Carved Emerald Cameo Ring of 14k Gold, Circa 1880

Antique Carved Emerald Cameo Ring of 14k Gold, Circa 1880

Located in Lewisburg, PA

A remarkable antique ring dating to approximately 1880, centered with a finely hand-carved emerald cameo depicting a classical female bust, possibly Athena (Minerva), the ancient god...

Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold

19th Century Silver-Plated Renaissance Revival 'Temperance Dish'
19th Century Silver-Plated Renaissance Revival 'Temperance Dish'

19th Century Silver-Plated Renaissance Revival 'Temperance Dish'

Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY

The broad rim is richly ornamented with eight further relief panels illustrating the Seven Liberal Arts: Grammar, Dialectic, Rhetoric, Music, Arithmetic, Geometry, and Astrology, acc...

Category

Antique 1880s English Renaissance Revival Decorative Art

Materials

Brass

Bargueño. Tortoiseshell, gilt bronze, wrought iron, etc. 17th and 20th c.
Bargueño. Tortoiseshell, gilt bronze, wrought iron, etc. 17th and 20th c.

Bargueño. Tortoiseshell, gilt bronze, wrought iron, etc. 17th and 20th c.

Located in Madrid, ES

The central front has two levels: the lower level features four columns, two on each side, with a series of gilt metal elements in the center, among which, sheltered under a splayed ...

Category

Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Other, Iron

Science, Large Allegorical Figure, By Emmerich Andresen, Meissen Germany, c 1900
Science, Large Allegorical Figure, By Emmerich Andresen, Meissen Germany, c 1900

Science, Large Allegorical Figure, By Emmerich Andresen, Meissen Germany, c 1900

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Very delicate Meissen porcelain figurine around 1900: A beautiful young woman, barefoot and wearing a sleeveless dress that flows around her body, draped in cloths that cast artistic...

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Antique 1890s German Classical Greek Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Ancient Roman Cameo High Karat Gold Ring
Ancient Roman Cameo High Karat Gold Ring

Ancient Roman Cameo High Karat Gold Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

It is centered with a conical banded three layer agate superbly carved with a cameo of a goddess (likely Minerva, the goddess of wisdom). Her hair is elaborately styled and adorned ...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Dome Rings

Materials

Gold

Mercury and Fame on Pegasus Bronze Sculptures After Coysevox by Cornu Circa 1880
Mercury and Fame on Pegasus Bronze Sculptures After Coysevox by Cornu Circa 1880

Mercury and Fame on Pegasus Bronze Sculptures After Coysevox by Cornu Circa 1880

By Eugène Cornu

Located in London, GB

The trophies beneath him feature a shield decorated with Minerva, the goddess of war, highlighting the balance between war and peace during Louis XIV's reign.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Cloud Study, 19th Century Oil on Paper, Framed, Mythological Figures
Cloud Study, 19th Century Oil on Paper, Framed, Mythological Figures

Cloud Study, 19th Century Oil on Paper, Framed, Mythological Figures

Located in Stockholm, Stockholm

In the clouds of this study, the viewer may discern Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, strategy, and the arts, who is often depicted with a helmet, shield, and spear.

Category

19th Century Other Art Style Landscape Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil, Wood Panel

Antique Ring Athena Intaglio Carnelian solid 10 - 12K Gold Ø 6.5US / 8.6 gr
Antique Ring Athena Intaglio Carnelian solid 10 - 12K Gold Ø 6.5US / 8.6 gr

Antique Ring Athena Intaglio Carnelian solid 10 - 12K Gold Ø 6.5US / 8.6 gr

Located in SE

Signet Ring with fine Intaglio of Athena / Minerva - ancient Greek goddess of wisdom, strategic warfare, and handicrafts.

Category

Antique 19th Century Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 10k Gold

Mercury and Fame on Pegasus Patinated Bronzes by Eugène Cornu, Circa 1880
Mercury and Fame on Pegasus Patinated Bronzes by Eugène Cornu, Circa 1880

Mercury and Fame on Pegasus Patinated Bronzes by Eugène Cornu, Circa 1880

By Eugène Cornu

Located in London, GB

The trophies beneath him feature a shield decorated with Minerva, the goddess of war, highlighting the balance between war and peace during Louis XIV's reign.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Italian Neoclassical Buff Terracotta Fire Mantel
Italian Neoclassical Buff Terracotta Fire Mantel

Italian Neoclassical Buff Terracotta Fire Mantel

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Arguably its most notable detail is the figure to the frieze, centring around a side profile of Minerva, the Roman Goddess of War. An interesting and unusual piece, this reclaimed fi...

Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Terracotta

Greek Style Engraved and Chased Gold Tone Metal Large Pyxis
Greek Style Engraved and Chased Gold Tone Metal Large Pyxis

Greek Style Engraved and Chased Gold Tone Metal Large Pyxis

Located in Guaynabo, PR

It can be related to the Greek/Roman mythology because Athena or Minerva ( the Olympian goddess of wisdom, good counsel, the defense of towns, heroic endeavors, etc ) can be recogniz...

Category

20th Century Greek Classical Greek Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

'Duchesse de Richmond' French Limoges Enamel Portrait Plaque
'Duchesse de Richmond' French Limoges Enamel Portrait Plaque

'Duchesse de Richmond' French Limoges Enamel Portrait Plaque

Located in London, GB

In this plaque, as in the painting by Gascar, the Duchess is depicted as the Greek goddess Athena (also known as Minerva in Roman mythology).

Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

Chushev Athena Lapis Lazuli Intaglio Gold Pendant
Chushev Athena Lapis Lazuli Intaglio Gold Pendant

Chushev Athena Lapis Lazuli Intaglio Gold Pendant

By Chushev

Located in Canoga Park, CA

Lapis lazuli is one of the most sought after stones for engraving due to its rich color, unique inclusions, and for the gem’s ability to highlight the motif’s detail. Athena (Minerv...

Category

2010s American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

“Herald Square at Lunch Time”
“Herald Square at Lunch Time”

“Herald Square at Lunch Time”

Located in Southampton, NY

The bronze figures include Minerva, the goddess of wisdom and invention, and two bell-ringing blacksmiths.

Category

1980s Contemporary Landscape Prints

Materials

Screen

University of Oxford Oxonia Illustrata 1675 engraving by David Loggan
University of Oxford Oxonia Illustrata 1675 engraving by David Loggan

University of Oxford Oxonia Illustrata 1675 engraving by David Loggan

By David Loggan

Located in London, GB

David Loggan (1634-1692) Frontispiece to the Oxonia Illustrata Engraving 38 x 24 cm The intricately engraved frontispiece to Loggan's 'Oxonia Illustrata', featuring cherubs bearing...

Category

1670s Old Masters Prints and Multiples

Materials

Engraving

Chushev Athena Lapis Lazuli Sterling Silver Pendant
Chushev Athena Lapis Lazuli Sterling Silver Pendant

Chushev Athena Lapis Lazuli Sterling Silver Pendant

By Chushev

Located in Canoga Park, CA

Lapis lazuli is one of the most sought after stones for engraving due to its rich color, unique inclusions, and for the gem’s ability to highlight the motif’s detail. Athena (Minerv...

Category

2010s American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Antique French Louis XV Rococo Carved Velvet Wingback Chair
Antique French Louis XV Rococo Carved Velvet Wingback Chair

Antique French Louis XV Rococo Carved Velvet Wingback Chair

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Featuring hand-carved Minerva (Roman Goddess of Wisdom) busts on both wingtips, carved Dragon panels between the wings of the chair, and hand-painted accents.

Category

Mid-20th Century Louis XV Wingback Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Renaissance Cupboard from Loire Valley, 'France'
Renaissance Cupboard from Loire Valley, 'France'

Renaissance Cupboard from Loire Valley, 'France'

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

In this little niche is depicted Minerva (Athena). The goddess of wisdom wears the peplos and holds on the ground her shield with the gorgoneion, Medusa’s face.

Category

Antique 16th Century French Renaissance Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Recent Sales

Coade Stone Classical Greek Goddess 'Minerva' Head
Coade Stone Classical Greek Goddess 'Minerva' Head

Coade Stone Classical Greek Goddess 'Minerva' Head

By Coade

Located in Salisbury, GB

Minerva, the Roman goddess associated with wisdom, justice, law, victory, and various other domains, holds a prominent position in Roman mythology, appearing in numerous well-known m...

Category

2010s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware, Ceramic, Terracotta

Pair of Paris Porcelain Vases
Pair of Paris Porcelain Vases

Pair of Paris Porcelain Vases

Unavailable

H 15.75 in Dm 6 in

Pair of Paris Porcelain Vases

Located in Shakespeare, ON

In Roman mythology, her equivalent is the goddess Minerva. The owl symbolizing wisdom and observation, associated with both Athena and Minerva, is Glaucus.

Category

French Porcelain

Materials

Marble

Marble Clock, Louis XVI
Marble Clock, Louis XVI

Marble Clock, Louis XVI

Unavailable

H 20.5 in W 13.25 in D 6 in

Marble Clock, Louis XVI

By Charles Bertrand

Located in New Haven, CT

On top of it stands a proud figure of Goddess Minerva/Athena holding arrow & shield. Image number 8 shows his signature etched into the back of the clockworks.   

Category

Antique 1790s French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Amedeo "Athena" Khaki Cameo Cap
Amedeo "Athena" Khaki Cameo Cap

Amedeo "Athena" Khaki Cameo Cap

By AMEDEO

Located in New York, NY

Athena or Athene, often given the epithet Pallas, is an ancient Greek goddess associated with wisdom, handicraft, and warfare who was later syncretized with the Roman goddess Minerva.

Category

2010s Italian Artisan More Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Bakelite Box Chocolat Martougin, 1920s, Belgium
Bakelite Box Chocolat Martougin, 1920s, Belgium

Bakelite Box Chocolat Martougin, 1920s, Belgium

Located in Retie, BE

The hood ornament was also based on the Roman Goddess Minerva. Antique Box - Bakelite - Decorative Box - Chocolate Box - Bonbon Box - Gift Box - Belgian Chocolate - Chocolate Gift -...

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bakelite

Minerva Touch Lamp, Silver
Minerva Touch Lamp, Silver

Minerva Touch Lamp, Silver

Unavailable

H 32.88 in Dm 15.75 in

Minerva Touch Lamp, Silver

By Massimo Marcomini

Located in Mantova, MN

Its bold personality and distinctive flair make this lamp the perfect match for any decorative style in the most prestigious mansions. A bust of the Roman goddess Minerva sits atop t...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Plexiglass

Minerva Touch Lamp, Black
Minerva Touch Lamp, Black

Minerva Touch Lamp, Black

Unavailable

H 32.88 in Dm 15.75 in

Minerva Touch Lamp, Black

By Massimo Marcomini

Located in Mantova, MN

Its bold personality and distinctive flair make this lamp the perfect match for any decorative style in the most prestigious mansions. A bust of the Roman goddess Minerva sits atop t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Plexiglass

Minerva Touch Lamp, White
Minerva Touch Lamp, White

Minerva Touch Lamp, White

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H 32.88 in Dm 15.75 in

Minerva Touch Lamp, White

By Massimo Marcomini

Located in Mantova, MN

Its bold personality and distinctive flair make this lamp the perfect match for any decorative style in the most prestigious mansions. A bust of the Roman goddess Minerva sits atop t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Plexiglass

Minerva Cuff

Minerva Cuff

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H 1.772 in Dm 2.362 in

Minerva Cuff

Located in New York City, NY

Minerva is the goddess of strength and intelligence.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Moonstone, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, 18k Gold

Remarkable Antique Carved Moonstone Ring
Remarkable Antique Carved Moonstone Ring

Remarkable Antique Carved Moonstone Ring

Located in Wimberley, TX

Wide eyed, her gaze is that of a petulant child, perhaps the result of being stripped of her glorious locks of hair by the goddess Minerva (Athena) for violating the sanctity of her ...

Materials

Diamond

18th C Dutch Old Master Drawing Gouache by Hendrik van Velthoven Marriage Scene
18th C Dutch Old Master Drawing Gouache by Hendrik van Velthoven Marriage Scene

18th C Dutch Old Master Drawing Gouache by Hendrik van Velthoven Marriage Scene

Located in Gouda, NL

In the centre of the composition a gentleman and lady are shown dressed in Classical robes, and appear to the in the process of a wedding ceremony, overseen by the Goddess Minerva be...

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Mid-18th Century Old Masters Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Gouache

Decorative Sculpture of a Goddess Holding a Consolidated B-24 Liberator
Decorative Sculpture of a Goddess Holding a Consolidated B-24 Liberator

Decorative Sculpture of a Goddess Holding a Consolidated B-24 Liberator

Located in Milan, IT

Coming from the house of an Italian WW2 Veteran, the present object is a decorative desk sculpture representing a goddess, possibly Minerva, holding in her hand a faithful reproducti...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Aviation Objects

Materials

Metal

Gorgeous German Sandstone Statue of Goddess Minerva, 18th Century.
Gorgeous German Sandstone Statue of Goddess Minerva, 18th Century.

Gorgeous German Sandstone Statue of Goddess Minerva, 18th Century.

Located in Greding, DE

Gorgeous German Sandstone Statue of Goddess Minerva, 18th Century. Dressed in multi-fold garments with breast plate, lace-up sandals and helmet with feather decoration.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier German Baroque Statues

Materials

Sandstone

Antique 1931 Folk Art Carved Wood Minerva Greek Goddess Cameo Medallion Plaque 1
Antique 1931 Folk Art Carved Wood Minerva Greek Goddess Cameo Medallion Plaque 1

Antique 1931 Folk Art Carved Wood Minerva Greek Goddess Cameo Medallion Plaque 1

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 1931 hand carved wood medallion plaque showing the head of the Greek Goddess Minerva with her helmet decorated with a snake.  

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Vintage 1930s Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Royal Vienna Gilt Porcelain Tankard Depicting Minerva
Royal Vienna Gilt Porcelain Tankard Depicting Minerva

Royal Vienna Gilt Porcelain Tankard Depicting Minerva

By Royal Vienna Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

19th century Austrian stein with finely painted neoclassical cartouches celebrating the Roman goddess, Minerva, with extensive enameled and gilt decorations.

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Neoclassical Revival Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback
Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback

Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback

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H 21.46 in W 21.26 in D 0.6 in

Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

19th century French neoclassical fireback with the goddess Minerva. Goddess of knowledge, intellect and ingenuity of the human spirit.

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback
French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback

French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback

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H 22.05 in W 21.66 in D 0.6 in

French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

19th-20th century French Neoclassical fireback with the goddess Minerva. Goddess of knowledge, intellect and ingenuity of the human spirit.

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback
Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback

Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback

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H 21.86 in W 21.46 in D 0.6 in

Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

18th - 19th century French neoclassical fireback with the goddess Minerva. Goddess of knowledge, intellect and ingenuity of the human spirit.

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Antique Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimn...

Materials

Iron

Bronze Bust of a Goddess
Bronze Bust of a Goddess

Bronze Bust of a Goddess

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H 13.25 in W 7.25 in D 5.25 in

Bronze Bust of a Goddess

Located in NYC, NY

A bronze bust of Goddess Minerva/Athena in full uniform consisting of a helmet, chest plate and a draped cape.

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Antique 19th Century French Classical Roman Busts

Antique French 'Minerva' Fireback, 19th Century
Antique French 'Minerva' Fireback, 19th Century

Antique French 'Minerva' Fireback, 19th Century

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H 25.99 in W 25.6 in D 0.63 in

Antique French 'Minerva' Fireback, 19th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

19th century French Napoleon III fireback with the goddess Minerva. Goddess of knowledge, intellect and ingenuity of the human spirit.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

French Neoclassical Style 'Minerva' Fireback
French Neoclassical Style 'Minerva' Fireback

French Neoclassical Style 'Minerva' Fireback

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H 21.46 in W 21.26 in L 21.46 in

French Neoclassical Style 'Minerva' Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

French fireback with the goddess Minerva. Goddess of knowledge, intellect and ingenuity of the human spirit.

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20th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

French Neoclassical Style 'Minerva' Fireback
French Neoclassical Style 'Minerva' Fireback

French Neoclassical Style 'Minerva' Fireback

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H 21.07 in W 21.26 in D 0.79 in

French Neoclassical Style 'Minerva' Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

French fireback with the goddess Minerva. Goddess of knowledge, intellect and ingenuity of the human spirit.

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20th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback, 18th-19th Century
Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback, 18th-19th Century

Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback, 18th-19th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

18th-19th century French Neoclassical fireback with the goddess Minerva. Goddess of knowledge, intellect and ingenuity of the human spirit.

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Antique Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimn...

Materials

Iron

Meissen Minerva Goddess of War Model C 53 Kaendler Kändler Made circa 1840
Meissen Minerva Goddess of War Model C 53 Kaendler Kändler Made circa 1840

Meissen Minerva Goddess of War Model C 53 Kaendler Kändler Made circa 1840

By Johann Joachim Kaendler

Located in Vienna, AT

Detailed description: The ancient goddess Minerva symbolizing the war Minerva was Goddess and Mistress of War, having been feared by Greek-Roman population of the ancient world (a...

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Antique 1840s German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

18th Century French 'Minerva' Fireback
18th Century French 'Minerva' Fireback

18th Century French 'Minerva' Fireback

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H 17.13 in W 13.19 in D 0.67 in

18th Century French 'Minerva' Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

18th century French fireback with de goddess Minerva. Goddess of knowledge, intellect and ingenuity of the human spirit.

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Antique 18th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

19th Century French 'Minerva' Fireback
19th Century French 'Minerva' Fireback

19th Century French 'Minerva' Fireback

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H 21.86 in W 21.86 in D 0.67 in

19th Century French 'Minerva' Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

19th French fireback with the goddess Minerva. Goddess of knowledge, intellect and ingenuity of the human spirit.

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

18th Century Walnut Statue of Minerva
18th Century Walnut Statue of Minerva

18th Century Walnut Statue of Minerva

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H 21.26 in W 5.12 in D 3.5 in

18th Century Walnut Statue of Minerva

Located in Vosselaar, BE

This French statue depicts the classical Goddess Minerva. Depicted without her war attributes she represents the virtue of wisdom.

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Antique Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Walnut

Bulgari Ancient Intaglio Diamond Gold Necklace
Bulgari Ancient Intaglio Diamond Gold Necklace

Bulgari Ancient Intaglio Diamond Gold Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

An 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Ancient Intaglio and Diamond Necklace by Bulgari, consisting of a pendant containing an oval carnelian intaglio from the second century B.C. depicting the g...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Athena and the Arts, Bronze, Marble, Signed 'Claudel' and Dated '1888'
Athena and the Arts, Bronze, Marble, Signed 'Claudel' and Dated '1888'

Athena and the Arts, Bronze, Marble, Signed 'Claudel' and Dated '1888'

Located in Madrid, ES

.) , and an orb with clouds. Above it sits the goddess Minerva or Athena, with helmet, spear and oval shield (with the head of Medusa), raising one of her hands.

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Antique Late 19th Century European Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Gilt Bronze and Amethyst Minerva Statuette
Gilt Bronze and Amethyst Minerva Statuette

Gilt Bronze and Amethyst Minerva Statuette

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H 8 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in

Gilt Bronze and Amethyst Minerva Statuette

Located in New Orleans, LA

The ancient Roman goddess of wisdom and war, Minerva takes her attributes from Athena, the goddess of wisdom and warriors in the Greek pantheon.

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Antique 17th Century European Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Bronze

19th Century French Annular Dial Clock
19th Century French Annular Dial Clock

19th Century French Annular Dial Clock

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H 33 in W 12.5 in D 12.5 in

19th Century French Annular Dial Clock

Located in New Orleans, LA

The shield and helmet of the Roman goddess Minerva, the patroness of wisdom, the arts and war, rest beside the clock atop the rouge griotte marble plinth.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

William DeLillo 1970s Mesh Ribbon & Tassel Brooch & Pendant Necklace
William DeLillo 1970s Mesh Ribbon & Tassel Brooch & Pendant Necklace

William DeLillo 1970s Mesh Ribbon & Tassel Brooch & Pendant Necklace

By William Delillo

Located in New York, NY

The top of the ribbon has a .63 of an inch wide accent of a faux Roman coin with the profile of the goddess Minerva and her name. Minerva is the Roman goddess of wisdom, poetry, jus...

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Vintage 1970s American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

18th Century, Louis XIV Wood Apothecary Cabinet with Gilt Bronze
18th Century, Louis XIV Wood Apothecary Cabinet with Gilt Bronze

18th Century, Louis XIV Wood Apothecary Cabinet with Gilt Bronze

Located in IT

In the lower part of the door is proposed the architecture of a temple: columns with bronze capitals, bronze friezes with floral ornaments and fruit, cherubs and fantasy animals, mas...

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Antique Early 18th Century European Louis XIV Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

Mythological Subject, Italy XVII Century, The Tale of Apollo and Marsyas
Mythological Subject, Italy XVII Century, The Tale of Apollo and Marsyas

Mythological Subject, Italy XVII Century, The Tale of Apollo and Marsyas

Located in Milan, IT

The first scene depicts the musical contest between Apollo and the Silenus Marsyas, who played the flute so well that he was considered superior to the same god; the two contenders a...

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17th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Annular Clock by Leroy & Cie
French Annular Clock by Leroy & Cie

French Annular Clock by Leroy & Cie

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H 68.5 in W 16.5 in D 16.5 in

French Annular Clock by Leroy & Cie

By LeRoy

Located in New Orleans, LA

This Neoclassical design also incorporates symbolic elements, from the pinecone finial and snake handles to the helmet and shield of the goddess Minerva, all crafted of doré bronze o...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

Laocoön And His Sons By Adriaen De Vries
Laocoön And His Sons By Adriaen De Vries

Laocoön And His Sons By Adriaen De Vries

Located in New Orleans, LA

Laocoön, the Trojan high priest who questioned Sinon, was not persuaded and proclaimed the warning, “Beware of Greeks bearing gifts!” The Goddess Minerva, eager to protect her Greeks...

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16th Century Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Minerva Fireback
19th Century French Minerva Fireback

19th Century French Minerva Fireback

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H 21.66 in W 21.46 in D 0.6 in

19th Century French Minerva Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

19th century French Minerva fireback. Minerva, goddess of knowledge, intellect and ingenuity of the human spirit.

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

19th Century Minerva and Cupid Fireback
19th Century Minerva and Cupid Fireback

19th Century Minerva and Cupid Fireback

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H 31.89 in W 27.17 in D 0.91 in

19th Century Minerva and Cupid Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

Minerva, the virgin goddess of poetry, medicine, wisdom, commerce, weaving, crafts, magic, and the inventor of music.

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

19th Century Wedgwood Black Basalt Minerva Bust
19th Century Wedgwood Black Basalt Minerva Bust

19th Century Wedgwood Black Basalt Minerva Bust

By Wedgwood

Located in Houston, TX

A wonderful 19th century Wedgwood black basalt Minerva bust. Minerva was the goddess of wisdom and sponsor of arts, trade and strategy.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Busts

Laocoön And His Sons Bronze
Laocoön And His Sons Bronze

Laocoön And His Sons Bronze

Located in New Orleans, LA

According to Virgil, the Goddess Minerva, eager to protect her Greeks, immediately sent two sea serpents to kill Laocoön and his twin sons before they could warn more Trojans of the ...

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Late 18th Century Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique Mounted Ceramic Head of Minerva, Italy, 19th Century
Antique Mounted Ceramic Head of Minerva, Italy, 19th Century

Antique Mounted Ceramic Head of Minerva, Italy, 19th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant ceramic head is of Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, sponsor of arts, warfare and battle, strategy and trade.

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Antique 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Busts

Materials

Stone, Iron

Antique Gold Ring with a Roman Intaglio Representing Minerva.
Antique Gold Ring with a Roman Intaglio Representing Minerva.

Antique Gold Ring with a Roman Intaglio Representing Minerva.

Located in London, GB

Description A gold and silver ring set with an oval Roman amethyst cabochon intaglio engraved with the attributes of Minerva—the Roman goddess of wisdom and war, counterpart of the G...

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Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Minerva Intaglio 2rd Century AD
Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Minerva Intaglio 2rd Century AD

Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Minerva Intaglio 2rd Century AD

Located in Firenze, IT

Minerva was the virgin goddess of music, poetry, medicine and wisdom.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 22k Gold

Ancient Carnelian Intaglio Gold Pendant Depicting Fortuna, Minerva and Victory
Ancient Carnelian Intaglio Gold Pendant Depicting Fortuna, Minerva and Victory

Ancient Carnelian Intaglio Gold Pendant Depicting Fortuna, Minerva and Victory

Located in Roma, IT

From the second century BC onward, the Romans equated her with the Greek goddess Athena. Minerva is one of the three Roman deities in the Capitoline Triad, along with Jupiter and Juno.

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Antique 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Ancient Roman Minerva intaglio ring, circa 3rd-4th century AD
Ancient Roman Minerva intaglio ring, circa 3rd-4th century AD

Ancient Roman Minerva intaglio ring, circa 3rd-4th century AD

Located in Firenze, IT

The oval carnelian intaglio , finely engraved with an image of the goddess of wisdom and war, Minerva, who is depicted standing wearing a helmet and holding a spear and shield, set...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, Carnelian, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Italian Grand Tour Mahogany Roundel of Minerva, 19th Century
Antique Italian Grand Tour Mahogany Roundel of Minerva, 19th Century

Antique Italian Grand Tour Mahogany Roundel of Minerva, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This beautiful Italian Grand Tour mahogany roundel plaque profile bust depicting Minerva dating from the mid-19th century. The sensitively carved plaque depicts the profile of Mi...

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Antique 1850s Italian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Mahogany

1920s Neo Classical School study Italian Plaster Bust of Minerva
1920s Neo Classical School study Italian Plaster Bust of Minerva

1920s Neo Classical School study Italian Plaster Bust of Minerva

Located in Catania, Sicilia

The subject of the bust is Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, war, and the arts.

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Early 20th Century Sicilian Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Plaster

Antique Pair of French Bronzes of Mars and Minerva, 19th Century
Antique Pair of French Bronzes of Mars and Minerva, 19th Century

Antique Pair of French Bronzes of Mars and Minerva, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

Wondering how he could better impress Minerva and win her favour, Mars sought the help of Anna Perenna, the aged goddess of New Year and Time.

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Antique 1850s French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

18 Karat White Gold 7.07 Cttw. Diamond Minerva Belt Buckle by CCXX Designs
18 Karat White Gold 7.07 Cttw. Diamond Minerva Belt Buckle by CCXX Designs

18 Karat White Gold 7.07 Cttw. Diamond Minerva Belt Buckle by CCXX Designs

Located in Troy, MI

Minerva, the Goddess of Wisdom Stately and bold, the Minerva Buckle is a contemporary design with symmetrical geometric blocking.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Boulle Marquetry War Goddess Cabinet, Napoleon III, France 1869
Boulle Marquetry War Goddess Cabinet, Napoleon III, France 1869

Boulle Marquetry War Goddess Cabinet, Napoleon III, France 1869

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in Paris, FR

On the door you will find a beautiful bronze mask representing the Greek Goddess of War Minerva. The interior parts are in mahogany with shelves.

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Cabinets

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

19th Century Pair of French Bronze Candle Sticks with the Head of Minerva
19th Century Pair of French Bronze Candle Sticks with the Head of Minerva

19th Century Pair of French Bronze Candle Sticks with the Head of Minerva

By F. Barbedienne Foundry

Located in New York, NY

Each of the candlesticks is of pedestal form, surmounted by the bust of Minerva, Roman goddess of wisdom, war, and art.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Abraham Palatnik, Owl, Kinetic sculpture in acrylic resin. Brazil, c. 1970
Abraham Palatnik, Owl, Kinetic sculpture in acrylic resin. Brazil, c. 1970

Abraham Palatnik, Owl, Kinetic sculpture in acrylic resin. Brazil, c. 1970

By Abraham Palatnik

Located in PARIS, FR

Athena corresponds to the Roman goddess Minerva (goddess of arts and wisdom), who was also represented by an owl.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Kinetic Animal Sculptures

Materials

Acrylic

Goddess Athena Genuine Roman Chalcedony Intaglio '1st-2nd Century AD' Gold Ring
Goddess Athena Genuine Roman Chalcedony Intaglio '1st-2nd Century AD' Gold Ring

Goddess Athena Genuine Roman Chalcedony Intaglio '1st-2nd Century AD' Gold Ring

Located in Roma, IT

This 18 kt gold ring has been set with a Genuine Roman Intaglio on green chalcedony, dating back to the 1st-2nd century AD, which depicts the goddess Athena (Minerva for the Romans) ...

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2010s Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Chalcedony

Roman Agate Intaglio '2nd Cent, AD' Depicting the Goddess Athena 18 Kt Gold Ring
Roman Agate Intaglio '2nd Cent, AD' Depicting the Goddess Athena 18 Kt Gold Ring

Roman Agate Intaglio '2nd Cent, AD' Depicting the Goddess Athena 18 Kt Gold Ring

Located in Roma, IT

In this 18 Kt gold ring an authentic Roman intaglio on white Agate has been set, which depicts the Goddess Athena (Minerva for the Romans). Athena is the Olympian goddess of wisdom ...

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2010s Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Portrait of a Lady, Elizabeth Fane, Countess Westmoreland in Silver Dress, oil
Portrait of a Lady, Elizabeth Fane, Countess Westmoreland in Silver Dress, oil

Portrait of a Lady, Elizabeth Fane, Countess Westmoreland in Silver Dress, oil

By John Michael Wright

Located in London, GB

It was sometimes depicted in allegorical roles, such as the Roman goddess Minerva, placing her in the context of mythical figures who often had unbound, flowing locks.

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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

“Collage over Odyssey Etching after John Flatman”
“Collage over Odyssey Etching after John Flatman”

“Collage over Odyssey Etching after John Flatman”

By Horst Antes

Located in Southampton, NY

The slender plot fills out a gap in Homer's Odyssey, recounting the educational travels of Telemachus, son of Ulysses, accompanied by his tutor, Mentor, who is revealed early on in t...

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1960s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Watercolor, Gouache

Pair of 19th C Gilt Roundels
Pair of 19th C Gilt Roundels

Pair of 19th C Gilt Roundels

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H 55.12 in W 23.63 in D 2.37 in

Pair of 19th C Gilt Roundels

Located in Reepham, GB

Depicting the heads of Athena and Minerva. Minerva was the goddess of wisdom, war, art, schools, justice and commerce.

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Antique 19th Century Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Giltwood

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