Athena Collection (#22)

Paestum. Roman road and Temple of Athena
Paestum. Roman Road and, at background, the Temple of Athena, 6th century BC

Triple-bodied Monster, know as Bluebeard. Pediment of the Hekatompedon of the Acropolis. 6th century BC. Acropolis Museum. Athens. Greece

Seated statue of Minerva
Minerva (Greek Athena). Goddess of War, Wisdom, Law and Agriculture. Seated statue of Minerva. Found in thr Piazza Dell Emporio. Augustan Age. Palazzo Massimo. National Roman Museum. Rome. Italy

Roman Art. Marble sarcophagus with the contest between the Muses and the Sirens. The deities Athena, Zeus, and Hera, assembled at the far left, preside over a musical contest. Coat of Arms

Athens. View of the Acropolis. Parthenon. Sunset
Athens. View ot the Acropolis. Temple of Parthenon. Sunset. Attica. Central Greece

Pallas Athena in undergarments (stola) and cloak (pallium) and Spartan girl in dress and skirt.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of

Boerhaave, Hermann. Dutch botanist, humanist and physician of European fame. Ilustration of his book Methodus Studii Medici. Engraving. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Barcelona. Barcelona University Library

Dispute Neptune Athena 1540-45 Etching Sheet
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Athena ca 1542-45 Etching Sheet trimmed 8 13 / 16
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Contest Athena Poseidon Possession Athens 1570s
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Portrait Ecclesiastic Flanked Female Saint Athena
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Athena ca 1540-45 Engraving Sheet trimmed 8 15 / 16
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Five numbered scenes painter Accademia Degl Incamminati
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Vulcan Neptune Athena Gods Shackles pull Jupiter
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Athena Two Classical Figures Venus Sketchbook
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Europe, Austria, Vienna, Parliament building, Ringstrasse, twilight

DORE: THE RAVEN, 1882. And my soul from out that shadow that lies floating on the floor
DOR: THE RAVEN, 1882. And my soul from out that shadow that lies floating on the floor, Shall be lifted - nevermore! Engraving by Gustave Dor, 1882

DORE: THE RAVEN, 1882. Tell me truly, I implore - Is there - is there balm in
DOR: THE RAVEN, 1882. " Tell me truly, I implore - Is there - is there balm in Gilead? - tell me - tell me, I implore

ATHENS: TEMPLE OF THESEUS. Ruins of the Temple of Theseus, built c450 B. C. in Athens, Greece
ATHENS: TEMPLE OF THESEUS. Ruins of the Temple of Theseus, built c450 B.C. in Athens, Greece. Photograph, late 19th century

Illustration of Athena in front of map highlighting territory of ancient Greece

IDA MINERVA TARBELL (1857-1944). American writer. Photographed c1924

IDA TARBELL (1857-1944). American author: oil over a photograph, 1919

Philippe II d Orleans (1674-1723) the Regent of France and Madame de Parabere as Minerva, c
XIR84694 Philippe II d Orleans (1674-1723) the Regent of France and Madame de Parabere as Minerva, c.1716 (oil on canvas) by Santerre, Jean Baptiste (1651-1717); Chateau de Versailles

Artists impression of the statue of the goddess Athena in the Parthenon, Athens
KW478325 Artists impression of the statue of the goddess Athena in the Parthenon, Athens, during the Classical period, from El Mundo Ilustrado, published Barcelona, 1880 (litho) by European School

Minerva without helmet, 1896 (marble) (see also 414549)
XIR414550 Minerva without helmet, 1896 (marble) (see also 414549) by Rodin, Auguste (1840-1917); Musee Rodin, Paris, France; (add.info.: Minerve sans casque; Mariana Russell)

Minerva without helmet, 1896 (marble) (see also 414550)
XIR414549 Minerva without helmet, 1896 (marble) (see also 414550) by Rodin, Auguste (1840-1917); Musee Rodin, Paris, France; (add.info.: Minerve sans casque; Mariana Russell)

Judgement of Paris, c. 1605 (oil on canvas)
XBP335692 Judgement of Paris, c.1605 (oil on canvas) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 91x114 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; Photo eBoltin Picture Library; Flemish, out of copyright

Minerva Showing her Envy in the Polished Shield (oil on panel)
XPH312449 Minerva Showing her Envy in the Polished Shield (oil on panel) by Rode, Christian Bernhard (1725-97); Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Map of the North Sea, c. 1675 (hand coloured engraving)
XCF306028 Map of the North Sea, c.1675 (hand coloured engraving) by Wit, Frederick de (1630-1706); Private Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

The Judgement of Paris
XAM72543 The Judgement of Paris by Klinger, Max (1857-1920); 320x720 cm; Hofburg, Vienna, Austria; German, out of copyright

The Triumph of Minerva: March, from the Room of the Months, detail of the weavers, c
XAL266282 The Triumph of Minerva: March, from the Room of the Months, detail of the weavers, c.1467-70 (fresco) by Cossa, Francesco del (1435/6-c.1477); Palazzo Schifanoia, Ferrara

Allegory of the Marriage of Louis XIV (1638-1715) in 1631 (oil on canvas)
XIR237959 Allegory of the Marriage of Louis XIV (1638-1715) in 1631 (oil on canvas) by Deruet, Claude (1588-1660) (attr. to); 98x115 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

Vain efforts of the Ultras, 1819 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR230716 Vain efforts of the Ultras, 1819 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

The Judgement of Paris (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR224410 The Judgement of Paris (engraving) (b/w photo) by Raimondi, Marcantonio (1480-1534); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; Italian, out of copyright

The Triumph of Minerva: March, from the Room of the Months, detail of the chariot
XAL218230 The Triumph of Minerva: March, from the Room of the Months, detail of the chariot and the group of savants, c.1467-70 (fresco) by Cossa, Francesco del (1435/6-c.1477); Palazzo Schifanoia

Attic black-figure neck amphora with apotheosis of Heracles, c. 530-20 BC (terracotta)
XOS1765681 Attic black-figure neck amphora with apotheosis of Heracles, c.530-20 BC (terracotta) by Greek, (6th century BC); 32.9x21.9 cm; J

Euboean black-figure neck amphora, c. 570-60 BC (terracotta)
XOS1765673 Euboean black-figure neck amphora, c.570-60 BC (terracotta) by Greek, (6th century BC); 35.8x23.8 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Heracles)

Athenian Attic black-figure neck amphora, attributed to the Leagros group, with Ajax and Achilles
XOS1765678 Athenian Attic black-figure neck amphora, attributed to the Leagros group, with Ajax and Achilles, c.510 BC (terracotta) by Greek, (6th century BC); 30.4x45.3 cm; J

The Assembly of the Gods, after the frescoes in the Loggia of the Farnesina in Rome
XIR158175 The Assembly of the Gods, after the frescoes in the Loggia of the Farnesina in Rome (oil on canvas) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520) (after)

Athene and the Nine Muses at the Wells of Hipokrene, 1624 (oil on copper)
BAL210198 Athene and the Nine Muses at the Wells of Hipokrene, 1624 (oil on copper) by Konig, Johann or Hans (1586-1642); 19.5x29 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Ms 17 Minerva, from Vie des Femmes Celebres, c. 1505 (vellum)
XIR206975 Ms 17 Minerva, from Vie des Femmes Celebres, c.1505 (vellum) by French School, (16th century); Musee Dobree, Nantes, France; (add.info.: manuscript by Antoine du Four; ); French

Allegory in honor of Christina of Sweden, Pieter Nolpe, 1650

Minerva with the Hague weapon, Pieter Willem van Megen, 1760 - 1785

On a pedestal is an emperor on his throne, beside a Medusa head, his foot rests on a top hat, in his hand a rod on which a bird, Minerva offers him a chain

Minerva and two chained figures, Reinier van Persijn, Adriaen Wijngaerden, 1650

Minerva, Jan Saenredam, Cornelius Schonaeus, Claes Jansz. Visscher (II), 1575 - 1607

Minerva Chasing the Vices from the Garden of Virtue (oil on canvas)
XIR177544 Minerva Chasing the Vices from the Garden of Virtue (oil on canvas) by Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506); 160x192 cm; Louvre, Paris

Man Greek couch, David Pierre Giottino Humbert de Superville, 1789 - 1801

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"Athena: The Wise and Powerful Goddess of Ancient Greece" From the majestic Statue in the Parthenon of ancient Athens to her fierce battle against the giant Alcyoneus on the Pergamon Altar, it has always been a symbol of strength and wisdom. In the c6th century BC artwork "Hercules Brings Cerberus to Eurystheus, " we see Athena standing alongside Hermes, showcasing her strategic prowess. The Panathenaic prize amphora with its intricate lid featuring a figure of a testament to her importance in Greek culture during 363-2 BC. This terracotta masterpiece showcases her role as a patroness of arts and crafts. As we explore further into ancient Greece, we encounter the Tholos of the Sanctuary Pronaia. This architectural marvel stands as evidence to Athenian devotion towards their beloved goddess. Athena's influence extends beyond art and architecture; she represents knowledge triumphing over ignorance in Minerva Victorious over ignorance. Mussard's depiction captures her commanding presence perfectly. In sculptures like Minerva from 1775, carved from marble, artists have immortalized this deity's grace and beauty for generations to come. Symbolically represented by both Nightingale & Owl, Athena embodies wisdom during day and night - an embodiment that resonates through time. In The Council of Gods (or Assembly of Gods), Zeus surrounds himself with divinities like Hera, Aphrodite, but it is clear that none can match Athena's intellect or power. Lastly, we witness Hera, Aphrodite, and Athena preparing themselves for a contest before Paris in their pursuit for beauty. While all three are stunning goddesses in their own right, it is evident that Athena possesses an unmatched radiance combined with intelligence. Throughout history and mythology alike, one thing remains constant - Athena reigns supreme as one who encompasses courage on the battlefield, wisdom in decision-making, and beauty that captivates all.