Athena Minerva - Greek Roman Goddess of Wisdom, Inspiration, Civilization, Arts, Crafts, Skill - Ceramic plate - Handmade in Greece

Item Specifics

Condition: New, Handmade in Greece
Diameter: 16,5 cm - 6,5 inches
Weight: 250 g
Material: clay, paint, ceramic, terracotta

Athena is the goddess of wisdom, courage, inspiration, civilisation, mathematics, olive oil,strength, war strategy, the arts, crafts, and skill in ancient Greek religion and mythology. Minerva is the Roman goddess identified with Athena. Athena is known for her calm temperament, as she moves slowly to anger. She is noted to have only fought for just reasons, and would not fight without a purpose. Athena is portrayed as a shrewd companion of heroes and is the patron goddess of heroic endeavour. She is the virgin patroness of Athens. The Athenians founded the Parthenon on the Acropolis of her namesake city, Athens (Athena Parthenos), in her honour.