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Minerva Showing her Envy in the Polished Shield (oil on panel)
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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
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Athena Envy Greek Mythology Reflection
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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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