Description: Solid Bronze Minerva and Perseus Wall Plaque Pair 19th c. /Early 20th c. American or European AntiquitiesPerseus is 17" Tall x 10 1/2" Wide x 3" in Depth at BaseMinerva is 16 1/4" Tall x 13" Wide x 3" in Depth at BaseBoth are Cast in Solid Bronze and Have Deep, Lustrous Age PatinaSmall Scratches Commensurate with Age. No Cracks, No Holes, No RepairsScrews Appear to be Original Antique Screws, Each Has a Square Irregular Nut That is Cut By HandAbsolutely Stunning Victorian Era Art Pieces, Not Modern ReproductionsEven More Amazing in Person; The Photos Do Not Do Them Justice! Minerva is portrayed in a helmet to demonstrate her prowess in war and she wears decorated armor. At her chest is a winged head gorgoneion figure, said to be a protective pendant. Minerva was a goddess of intelligence, philosophy, craftsmanship, art, and inspiration. From her position in the heavens, she oversaw all things that required forethought and calculation. In later incarnations, Minerva was also seen as a military figure. The wisest of all gods and goddesses, Minerva had a calculating mind that she used to achieve her aims. Perseus is the legendary founder of Mycenae. He, alongside Cadmus and Bellerophon, is considered the greatest Greek hero and slayer of monsters before the days of Hercules. He most famously beheaded Medusa. He wears a helmet with topped with a winged Pegasus. Pegasus sprang from the neck of the beheaded Medusa. On his armored chest is the Gorgon Medusa.
Price: 1275 USD
Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
End Time: 2024-08-18T20:50:24.000Z
Shipping Cost: 55 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Bronze Sculpture
Format: Bronze Castings
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Size: Large
Style: neoclassic
Material: Bronze
Production Technique: Bronze Casting
Subject: Minerva and Perseus, Roman Minerva and Perseus
