Holding her legendary sacred snakes, this revered goddess has been credited as healer, messenger and priestess of retribution. An exact replica of the historic statue unearthed in Knossos, Crete at the turn of the last century, museum-quality designer resin work is hand-painted with an ancient patina that echoes the distinctive ceramic original.
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.. Ancientfan1. West Palm Beach, Fl, USA. Sat Jun 17 2023