Wisdom Goddess Collection

Minerva Visits the Nine Muses, 1608. Creator: Balen, Hendrik I, van (1575-1632)
Minerva Visits the Nine Muses, 1608. Private Collection

The Combat of Mars and Minerva, 1771. Creator: David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825)
The Combat of Mars and Minerva, 1771. Found in the Collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Minerva surrounded by Mercury, Diana, Apollo and Vulcan. Private Collection

Battle of Minerva Against Mars, 1771. Creator: Suvee, Joseph-Benoit (1743-1807)
Battle of Minerva Against Mars, 1771. Found in the Collection of Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lille

Minerva. Creator: Rembrandt van Rhijn, (School)
Minerva. Found in the Collection of The Mauritshuis, The Hague

Minerva between Geometry and Arithmetics, 1551. Found in the Collection of Palazzo Balbi, Venice

The Time, Minerva and Fama. Found in the Collection of Palazzo della Provincia, Torino

Catherine II as Minerva. Cameo, Last quarter of 18th century. Artist: Maria Feodorovna of Russua
Catherine II as Minerva. Cameo, Last quarter of 18th century. Private Collection

Minerva and Arachne. Artist: Houasse, Rene-Antoine (c. 1645-1710)
Minerva and Arachne. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Emporiae coin. Obverse: Head of Athena with Corinthian helmet, 4th century BC. Artist: Numismatic, Ancient Coins
Emporiae coin. Obverse: Head of Athena with Corinthian helmet, 4th century BC. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Minerva in the Heavens, 1820. Artist: Ivanov, Andrei Ivanovich (1775-1848)
Minerva in the Heavens, 1820. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Nobility Offering the Imperial Russian Children to Minerva, c. 1795. Artist: Doyen, Gabriel Francois (1726-1806)
Nobility Offering the Imperial Russian Children to Minerva, c. 1795. Found in the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art

Pallas Athena and the Centaur, 1482. Artist: Botticelli, Sandro (1445-1510)
Pallas Athena and the Centaur, 1482. Found in the collection of the Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Catherine II as Minerva in the Circle of the Muses. Artist: Torelli, Stefano (1712-1784)
Catherine II as Minerva in the Circle of the Muses. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Minerva, 1631. Artist: Rembrandt van Rhijn (1606-1669)
Minerva, 1631. Found in the collection of the Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Minerva. Artist: Verelst, Simon Pietersz. (1644-1710)
Minerva. From a private collection

Minerva protects Pax from Mars (Peace and War), c. 1629-1630. Artist: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)
Minerva protects Pax from Mars (Peace and War), c. 1629-1630. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Minerva Victorious over Ignorance, ca 1591. Artist: Spranger, Bartholomeus (1546-1611)
Minerva Victorious over Ignorance, ca 1591. Found in the collection of the Art History Museum, Vienne

Pallas Athena, 1898. Artist: Klimt, Gustav (1862-1918)
Pallas Athena, 1898. Found in the collection of the Vienna Museum

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"Unveiling the Wisdom Goddess: A Journey through Art and Mythology" Step into a world where wisdom reigns supreme, as we explore the captivating depictions of the revered "wisdom goddess. " From ancient coins to grand masterpieces, these artistic treasures offer glimpses into the timeless allure of Minerva. In 1771, Joseph-Benoit Suvee immortalized Minerva's strength in his masterpiece, "Battle of Minerva Against Mars. " The clash between intellect and brute force unfolds before our eyes, reminding us that wisdom prevails over aggression. Rembrandt van Rhijn's portrayal of Minerva showcases her commanding presence. Surrounded by Mercury, Diana, Apollo, and Vulcan in a harmonious symphony of divinity, she stands as a beacon of knowledge and inspiration. Geometry and arithmetic find their muse in Minerva. In 1551, an enchanting artwork depicts her poised between these two disciplines - a testament to her role as patroness of learning and intellectual pursuits. Time itself bows down to Minerva's sagacity in "The Time, Minerva and Fama. " This allegorical representation reminds us that wisdom withstands the test of time while fame fades away like fleeting moments. Maria Feodorovna captures Catherine II exquisitely as Minerva. The cameo from the late 18th century radiates regal elegance while honoring Catherine's pursuit for enlightenment during her reign over Russia. Minerva encounters Arachne in Houasse's painting - an encounter symbolizing creativity meeting intelligence. As Arachne weaves her intricate web with skillful hands guided by talent alone; it is only through wise judgment that harmony can be achieved. Ancient coins bear witness to Athena's iconic image with Corinthian helmet adorning her head. These numismatic marvels transport us back to the fourth century BC when reverence for this goddess was etched onto currency itself.