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Minerva Collection (#17)

"Minerva: The Timeless Symbol of Wisdom and Victory" Step into the ancient world of Greek mythology as we explore the captivating figure of Minerva

Background imageMinerva Collection: Statue of Athena, Goddess of Wisdom and Just War, and patroness of crafts, 2nd century

Statue of Athena, Goddess of Wisdom and Just War, and patroness of crafts, 2nd century. After the Greek original of the 5th century BC. Minerva was the equivalent of Athena in the Roman pantheon

Background imageMinerva Collection: The Carafa Chapel. The Annunciation. Detail of the Virgin Ma

The Carafa Chapel. The Annunciation. Detail of the Virgin Ma
The Carafa Chapel with late 15th-century frescoes (1488-1493) by Filippino Lippi (c.1457-1504). The Annunciation. Detail of the Virgin Mary. It is also known as the Chapel of St Thomas Aquinas

Background imageMinerva Collection: Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564). The Cristo della Minerv

Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564). The Cristo della Minerva, also known as Christ the Redeemer or Christ Carrying the Cross. Marble sculpture, 1521. Located to the left of the main altar

Background imageMinerva Collection: Gothic Art. Italy. Saint Mary above Minerva. Interior. Rome

Gothic Art. Italy. Saint Mary above Minerva. Interior. Rome
Gothic Art. Italy. Saint Mary above Minerva. Built between 13th and 14th centuries. Interior. Restored in the 19th century. Rome

Background imageMinerva Collection: Italy. Rome. Basilica of Saint Mary above Minerva and Minerv

Italy. Rome. Basilica of Saint Mary above Minerva and Minerv
Italy. Rome. Basilica of Saint Mary above Minerva, better known as the Dominicans. It is located in the Piazza della Minerva. Facade

Background imageMinerva Collection: The Adventures of Telemachus by Francois Fenelon (1651-1715)

The Adventures of Telemachus by Francois Fenelon (1651-1715)
Francois Fenelon (1651-1715). French archbishop, theologian and writer. The Adventures of Telemachus, 1699. Colored engraving depicting Telemachus with MInerva on the island of Calypso. Book One

Background imageMinerva Collection: Roman Art. Tunisia. Dougga. The Capitol

Roman Art. Tunisia. Dougga. The Capitol
Roman Art. Tunisia. Dougga. Declared a World Heritage Site in 1997. The Capitol dedicated to Jupiter, Juno and Minerva. 2nd Century

Background imageMinerva Collection: Seated statue of Minerva

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

Background imageMinerva Collection: Plate of a temple dedicated to Minerva. Butrint Museum. Alba

Plate of a temple dedicated to Minerva. Butrint Museum. Alba
Plate of a temple dedicated to Minerva, and built by Octilius Mystes. 2nd century. Butrint Museum. Albania

Background imageMinerva Collection: Victorian Photo Album - four rectangular frames

Victorian Photo Album - four rectangular frames. 19th century

Background imageMinerva Collection: Colonial & Indian Exhibition, South Kensington, London

Colonial & Indian Exhibition, South Kensington, London
Cover design, daily programme, Colonial & Indian Exhibition, South Kensington, London. 1886

Background imageMinerva Collection: Book of Trades, The Sculptor

Book of Trades, The Sculptor. 1841

Background imageMinerva Collection: Francesco Farnese

Francesco Farnese
FRANCESCO FARNESE Italian ruler : seventh duca di Parma, portrayed in all his magnificence with the goddess Minerva and a trumpeting angel attending. Date: 1678 - 1727

Background imageMinerva Collection: Temple of Juno - Pompeii

Temple of Juno - Pompeii
The Temple of Jupiter, Juno and Minerva, Pompeii. Date: 1910

Background imageMinerva Collection: Minerva Armoured Car

Minerva Armoured Car
A Belgian " Minerva" armoured car, which braved the majority of the gunfire around Antwerp in 1914. They were a high-tech novelty and extensively photographed at the time. Date: 1914

Background imageMinerva Collection: Frances Richmond Minerva

Frances Richmond Minerva
FRANCES TERESA STUART, duchess of RICHMOND, mistress of Charles II, third wife of Charles, 3rd duke dressed as the goddess Minerva Date: 1647 - 1702

Background imageMinerva Collection: Fenelon / Holl / Vivien

Fenelon / Holl / Vivien
FRANCOIS DE SALIGNAC DE FENELON French divine and writer Date: 1651 - 1715

Background imageMinerva Collection: Louis XV & Friends

Louis XV & Friends
LOUIS XV accepts a two-volume work on history from its author, with the recommendation of Minerva, Goddess of War, and a friend, while cherubs play chastely Date: 1710-1774

Background imageMinerva Collection: Colbert J-B / Collyer

Colbert J-B / Collyer
JEAN-BAPTISTE French statesman, Marquis de Seignelay Date: 1619 - 1683

Background imageMinerva Collection: Persian sculpture and staircase

Persian sculpture and staircase.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages. 1798

Background imageMinerva Collection: Temple of the goddess Minerva and Temple of Paestum

Temple of the goddess Minerva and Temple of Paestum.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity

Background imageMinerva Collection: Minerva Vintage Car, Britain

Minerva Vintage Car, Britain. Date: 1920s

Background imageMinerva Collection: Minerva Tourer Voiture Ancienne - Vintage Car

Minerva Tourer Voiture Ancienne - Vintage Car
Minerva Tourer Voiture Ancienne/Vintage Car, England. Date: c1911

Background imageMinerva Collection: Minerva Vintage Car - Voiture Ancienne

Minerva Vintage Car - Voiture Ancienne
Minerva Vintage Car/Voiture Ancienne, . Date: 1907

Background imageMinerva Collection: Boerhaave, Hermann. Dutch botanist, humanist

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

Background imageMinerva Collection: hispano-roman coins. Top: aces. Obverse: head of

hispano-roman coins. Top: aces. Obverse: head of Minerva with helmet. Reverse: Pegasus Empuries. Bottom: Quadrans. Obverse: head of Minerva. Reverse: lion attacking. From the village of Les Soleies

Background imageMinerva Collection: China sugar bowl One with Britain, Heart and Soul

China sugar bowl One with Britain, Heart and Soul. A Canadian soldier surrounded with maple leaves with The Maple Leaf Forever on reverse. Manufactured by Minerva China, Staffs

Background imageMinerva Collection: Argonauts led Minerva Reale dell armata di Argonuti con da Minerves

Argonauts led Minerva Reale dell armata di Argonuti con da Minerves
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Hercules Shown Mountainous Road Temple Immortal Fame

Hercules Shown Mountainous Road Temple Immortal Fame
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Design Overdoor Chimney Piece Armorial Trophy

Design Overdoor Chimney Piece Armorial Trophy
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Minerva, armed, shield, lance, attacking, three, nearly, prone

Drawings Prints, Print, Minerva, armed, shield, lance, attacking, three, nearly, prone
Drawings and Prints, Print, Minerva armed with a shield and lance attacking three nearly prone figures, Artist, Gregoire Huret, French, Lyon 1606-1670 Paris, Huret, Gregoire, French, 1606, 1670

Background imageMinerva Collection: Minerva ca 1632 Engraving 50. 8 x 23 cm Prints

Minerva ca 1632 Engraving 50. 8 x 23 cm Prints
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Minerva, depicted, top, shield, arrow, vanquishing, Giants

Drawings Prints, Print, Minerva, depicted, top, shield, arrow, vanquishing, Giants
Drawings and Prints, Print, Minerva depicted at top with a shield and arrow vanquishing the Giants below, from Barberinae aulae fornix, Barberinae aulae fornix, Artist, Publisher, Dedicatee, Artist

Background imageMinerva Collection: Frontispiece Statue Minerva ca 1748 Etching Sheet

Frontispiece Statue Minerva ca 1748 Etching Sheet
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Allegory Marie Antoinette 1776 Etching Sheet

Allegory Marie Antoinette 1776 Etching Sheet
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Judgment Paris Paris extends hand Venus stands

Judgment Paris Paris extends hand Venus stands
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Minerva Engraving second state two sheet 9 7 / 16 x 13 3 / 8

Minerva Engraving second state two sheet 9 7 / 16 x 13 3 / 8
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Frontispiece Statue Minerva ca 1748 Etching Prints

Frontispiece Statue Minerva ca 1748 Etching Prints
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Frescoes Villa Stati-Mattei Fresco transferred

Frescoes Villa Stati-Mattei Fresco transferred
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Ceiling Decoration Mars Minerva Dancing Satyr

Ceiling Decoration Mars Minerva Dancing Satyr
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Design Stage Set Classical Courtyard Colonnade

Design Stage Set Classical Courtyard Colonnade
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Triumph Minerva early 20th-mid 20th century

Triumph Minerva early 20th-mid 20th century
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Minerva Engraving first state two sheet 9 7 / 16 x 13 9 / 16

Minerva Engraving first state two sheet 9 7 / 16 x 13 9 / 16
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Victory Minerva helmet groud right ca0 1500-1510

Victory Minerva helmet groud right ca0 1500-1510
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Minerva Decorative Frame Grotesques Judgment

Minerva Decorative Frame Grotesques Judgment
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Cupid Minerva 1788 Pen brown ink brush gray wash

Cupid Minerva 1788 Pen brown ink brush gray wash
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Plate 19 Minerva Envy Cave Pallas Invidiam Aglaurum incitat

Plate 19 Minerva Envy Cave Pallas Invidiam Aglaurum incitat
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Background imageMinerva Collection: Judgment Paris Paris seated rock choosing goddesses Venus

Judgment Paris Paris seated rock choosing goddesses Venus
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"Minerva: The Timeless Symbol of Wisdom and Victory" Step into the ancient world of Greek mythology as we explore the captivating figure of Minerva. Known as Athena in Greek mythology, she was revered as the goddess of wisdom, courage, and strategic warfare. One of her most famous representations is found in the majestic Parthenon in Athens, where a magnificent statue stands tall, embodying her power. Delve deeper into history and you'll discover various depictions throughout time. In 1880, a publication brought to life tales from Olympus with vivid illustrations showcasing this iconic deity's adventures alongside other Greek gods. Beyond mythological realms, Minerva's influence extends to art and architecture. The Library of Congress houses "The Mosaic Minerva - Minerva of Peace, " an exquisite piece that showcases her role as a symbol for harmony and tranquility. Meanwhile, Pallas Athena or "Armoured Figure" immortalizes her strength on canvas through an oil painting created in 1664-65. Minerva's triumph over ignorance is beautifully captured in artworks such as "Minerva Victorious over Ignorance. " This portrayal emphasizes her unwavering commitment to knowledge and enlightenment. Not limited to statues or paintings alone, Minerva's presence can be felt even at sea. HMS Minerva proudly anchored at Stanley Harbour serves as a reminder that her legacy transcends boundaries. Traveling further across continents reveals astonishing remnants from ancient times. A Roman sarcophagus discovered at the Temple in Tebessa, Algeria tells stories etched onto its surface while standing testament to worship dedicated to this revered goddess. Intriguingly enough, even modern-day references pay homage to Minerva's timeless allure. From luxurious train cars like the elegant "Minerva Royal Saloon" to stunning architectural marvels like the Roman Temple at Tebessa rebuilt centuries later – all bear witness to how deeply ingrained Minerva's influence remains.