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Minerva Showing her Envy in the Polished Shield (oil on panel)
XPH312449 Minerva Showing her Envy in the Polished Shield (oil on panel) by Rode, Christian Bernhard (1725-97); Staatliche Museen, Berlin, Germany; (add.info.: Minerva zeigt in ihrem Schild den Neid; Minerva, aka Pallas Athena, virgin goddess of warriors, poetry, medicine, wisdom, commerce, crafts and inventor of music; ); German, out of copyright
Media ID 12845296
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20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
Bring the timeless beauty of art into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This exquisite piece, "Minerva Showing her Envy in the Polished Shield" by Christian Bernhard Rode, showcases the goddess Minerva in all her majesty. Her envy is captured in a moment of intrigue as she gazes at her reflection in a polished shield. This stunning oil on panel painting, originally housed in the Staatliche Museen, Berlin, is now available in a high-quality canvas print, bringing the fine details and vibrant colors to life. Add a touch of elegance and artistry to your living space with this captivating masterpiece.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Minerva, the goddess of wisdom and warfare, reveals her hidden envy in this oil on panel print. Painted by Christian Bernhard Rode in the 18th century, this artwork showcases Minerva's complex nature as she gazes into a polished shield. In Greek mythology, Minerva, also known as Pallas Athena, possessed numerous talents and virtues. She was revered as the patroness of warriors, poets, healers, and craftsmen alike. However, beneath her divine exterior lies a human emotion - envy. As we observe Minerva's reflection in the shield's surface, we witness her vulnerability. Her piercing eyes reveal a mix of admiration and longing for something beyond her grasp. Perhaps it is another deity's power or an attribute she wishes to possess herself. The presence of a child beside Minerva adds depth to this allegorical scene. It symbolizes innocence and purity while contrasting with the complexity of adult emotions like envy. The child serves as a reminder that even gods are not immune to such feelings. Accompanied by her armor and sword - symbols of strength and protection - Minerva embodies both grace and fierceness simultaneously. This artwork invites us to contemplate our own desires and aspirations while reminding us that even those we admire most may harbor their own secret longings. Displayed at Staatliche Museen in Berlin, Germany; this masterpiece continues to captivate viewers with its intricate portrayal of mythological figures intertwined with universal human experiences.
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