People Figurines & Sculptures

Probably the most famous figurine in Minoan art, the original was found in Knossos, Crete by renowned British archaeologist Arthur Evans in 1903. The goddess stands with extended arms and forearms flexed upwards, each hand holding a snake. Dressed elegantly, her skirt covers her legs and her ample hips are accentuated by a narrow waist. The blouse opens above the waist, and like all Minoan female figures the round breasts are proudly displayed. Find the original, see the faded colors and compare it to this replica. The enhanced expression in this replica with wide-open eyes and a soft but enigmatic smile will make you glad you discovered it. However, there is a detail missing, in this otherwise marvelous work. The original has a feline figure on top of her hat, and that’s nowhere to be found here. The original is 13 ½ inches tall and the replica is 10 ½ inches tall, pretty close to actual size, and that’s remarkable, even without the feline. By the way, the price is unbeatable.

A little revealing, but thats the female figure, which is excellently designed. Hard to notice the snakes. Have it on a self in the book case. I like it.

Like, I said, you have to be into Cretan Snake Goddesses. But really, who isn't? Of course, my wife made me put a tiny t-shirt on her so that visitors to my office aren't scandalized by the topless aspect, but I happened to have a tiny t-shirt handy, so that was no big deal.

The Product was well worth it but it does no good if it is not packed well in original box. Still I am happy with the statue. It is 1500 BC so a little damage can be expected.

I love this statue! It replaces a ceramic one my husband was given when he led a tour of the Mediterranean. Unfortunately, it broke, and I was thrilled to find this resin one. The colors are stronger—I’d say it looks more like the ancient sculptures than the ceramic one did!