Minerva Collection (#21)

Pompeii - Italy - Foro e tempio di Giove (Jupiter). Date: circa 1910s

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Courtyard of the Hacienda Minerva - a rural hotel near Zuheros at the foothills of the Sierra Subbetica mountains Cordoba, Cordoba province, Andalusia, Spain Date:

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Yellowstone National Park - Minerva terrace - Mammoth hot springs Date:

Athena of Varvakion. Roman copy of gold and ivory ceremonial statue of the goddess by Pheidias which stood at the Parthenon, Athens

Minerva chasing the vices from the garden of virtue (detail). Minerva, Roman goddess of wisdom, patroness of arts and trades. Andrea Mantegna (1431-1506). Louvre, Paris

Minerva, Roman goddess of wisdom (Athena in Greek pantheon). Sardonyx cameo. Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Pallas Athene (Armoured Figure), 1664-1665. Oil on canvas. Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (1606-1669) Dutch painter and etcher. Athene, patron goddess of Athens. Goddess of wisdom. Roman Minerva

Minerva: Ancient Roman goddess of wisdom, patroness of arts, wearing helmet and holding shield. Athene in Greek pantheon. Statue

Salon Of 1855. Minerva Of The Parthenon, By Mr. Simart. Engraving

Temple of Minerva, Sunium, Greece, engraved, J. Saddler, Saddler, Simpson, William, Crimea, (1823-1899), 19th century engraving

Nicholas II (1868 - 1919) Tsar of Russia from 1894. embracing Pallas - Athene (Minerva) the ancient goddess of Wisdom. Cartoon from " Le Rire", Paris, 20 May 1899

Detail of Athena and escalades, from metope of the Temple E 5th Century B.C. Italy, Sicily, Palermo, Museo Archeologico Regionale (Archaeological Museum), Greek art

Greek civilization, Statue of Athena Parthenos, Roman copy of an original by Phidias
Greek civilization. Statue of Athena Parthenos. Roman copy of an original by Phidias of the 2nd century b.C

England, Bath, Temple of Sulis Minerva, Head from the cult statue of Sulis Minerva, gilt bronze UK, London, British Museum, Gallo-Roman art

Hungary, Sopron (Scarbantia, The excavations of Capitoline Triad Hungary, Sopron, Lliszt Ferenc Muzeum, Roman Art

Germany, Munich, Black-figure amphora depicting the Judgment of Paris by the Paris Painter 6th century B.C. Etruscan art, staatliche antikensammlung (state collection of antiquites)

Tetradrachm of Syracuse depicting a female head (probably the head of Athena) surrounded by dolphins, signed by Eucleidas 5th Century B.C

Statuette representing Minerva (goddess of wisdom), bronze Switzerland, Avenches, Musee Romain (Archaeological Museum), Roman art

Italy, Castellammare di Stabia, Lararium with an armed Minerva, and depict of a snake shaped demon 1st century A.D.. From Villa Carmiano at Castellammare di Stabia (Campania, Italy)

Judgment of Paris, Detail of Hera, Athena and Aphrodite, from Antakya, Mosaic
Roman civilization, 2nd century A.D. Judgment of Paris. Mosaic from Antakya. Detail: Hera, Athena and Aphrodite

Italy, Sicily, Gela, Lekythos depicting Athena fighting against the giants, painted by the Edinburgh Painter 5th Century B.C

Latins civilization, female statue portraying goddess Minerva, from Lavinio, Lazio Region, Italy
Latins civilization, 5th-4th century b.C. Female statue portraying goddess Minerva. From Lavinio, Lazio Region, Italy

Italy, Apulia, Attic vase depicting Athena fighting, painted by the Painter of Altamura 5th Century B.C. Italy, Orvieto, Museo Claudio Faina (Archaeological Museum), Greek art

Greece, Crete, Gortina, Terracotta statuette depicting Athena
Greek civilization, 7th century b.C. Terracotta statuette depicting Athena. From Gortina, Crete

Greece, Athens, Votive bas-relief portraying Athena
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Votive bas-relief portraying Athena. From Athens

Painted terracotta head of Athena
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Painted terracotta head of Athena

Romania, Poiana, Detail of Cameo ring depicting Athena on a chariot 1st century B.C.-1st century A.D. Romania, Bucharest, Muzeul National de Istorie al Romaniei (Archaeological and Art Museum)

Colossal statue of Minerva depicting woman sitting among weapons and shields, copy of Greek original
Roman civilization. Colossal statue of Minerva. Copy of a Greek original of the 5th century b.C. Detail: woman sitting among weapons and shields

Etruscan civilization, Statue of fighting Minerva
Etruscan civilization, 5th century b.C. Statue of a fighting Minerva

Italy, Fermo, Bronze statue depicting fighting Minerva
Etruscan civilization, 5th century b.C. Bronze statue depicting a fighting Minerva, circa 475-450 b.C. From Fermo

Bronze statue depicting fighting Minerva
Etruscan civilization, 5th century b.C. Bronze statue depicting a fighting Minerva, 475-450 b.C

Black pelike attributed to the Syleus Painter depicting Athena, 6th century B. C
Greek civilization, 6th century b.C. Red-figure pottery. Black pelike attributed to the Syleus Painter depicting Athena

Bronze statuette portraying fighting Minerva
Etruscan civilization, 5th century b.C. Bronze statuette portraying a fighting Minerva

Mozart Kaiser Josef
WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART the Austrian composer playing for Kaiser Josef II of Austria Date: 1756 - 1791

Italy, Campania, Herculaneum. Fresco in the Hall of Augustals depicting Hercules in Olympus with Juno and Minerva

Third President of the United States. Thomas Jefferson, The Pride of America
THOMAS JEFFERSON (1743-1826). Third President of the United States. Thomas Jefferson, The Pride of America. Engraving by Thomas Gimbrede, early 19th century

IDA M. TARBELL (1857-1944). American journalist. Photograph, c1917

YELLOWSTONE PARK: MAMMOTH. View of Minerva Terrace and Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel on Gardiners River, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. Stereograph, c1890-1900

Fanciful balloon, La Minerve
Fanciful drawing of a balloon carrying a large ship entitled La Minerve vaisseau airien, designed by Professor Robertson. circa 18th century

Piazza di Minerva, Rome, Italy. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

View of Rome, including the Villa Meolistrees, Sa. Maria dei Monti, Temple of Minerva Medica, the Coliseum, etc

Temple of Minerva, Assisi, Italy (now transformed into the Church of Santa Maria sopra Minerva). Date: circa 1910s

HMS Minerva was a second class protected cruiser of the Eclipse class, launched in 1895 and scrapped in 1920. The ship was present at the relief operations in Sicily after the great earthquake

Minerva on Ithaka
Minerva steps down on the Isle of Ithaca

A singing lesson at Minerva House, 1863
A large family group gather round a grand piano to sing together. Date: 1863

Lunar phases, 3rd century Roman mosaic. A third century AD mosaic from Tusculum, a major ancient Roman city in the Latium region of Italy

Classical Myth / Athena
A colossal head of Minerva, the Roman Goddess of Wisdom. She is often represneted as grave, wearing a helmet and with drapery over a coat of mail

Fable / Minervas Olive
MINERVAs OLIVE: Minerva enquires of the other gods why the trees they favour bear no fruit; she has chosen the olive because of the usefulness of its fruit

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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.