Athene Collection (page 4)

Athena Parthenos, statue from the Parthenon, Athens (colour engraving)
CHT163208 Athena Parthenos, statue from the Parthenon, Athens (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: Minerve du Parthenon)

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Accipitres, Owls (colour litho)
6016756 Accipitres, Owls (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Accipitres, Owls)

Lernaean Hydra (colour litho)
957879 Lernaean Hydra (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lernaean Hydra. Second image shows a battle between the Amazons)

Hercules in battle with Geryon (colour litho)
957867 Hercules in battle with Geryon (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hercules in battle with Geryon)

Athena (colour litho)
957852 Athena (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Athena. Illustration of Greek vase painting.); © Look and Learn

Homers Odyssey (engraving)
961851 Homers Odyssey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Pictorial Atlas to Homers Iliad and Odyssey (Grevel, 1892)

Mercury presenting a panpipe to Minerva who stands at left, an oval composition, 1531-76

Athena seated near Juno who has taken away Cupids arrows, set within an elaborate frame from the Loves, Rages and Jealousies of Juno, 1531-76

Juno persuading Athena to nurse the young Hercules, set within an elaborate frame, from the Loves, Rages and Jealousies of Juno, 1531-76

Study for the Apotheosis of Washington in the Rotunda of the United States Capitol Building, ca. 1859-1862

Little owl (Athene noctua) perched on branch of oak tree, London, UK, June

Judgment of Paris. Creator: Valerio Belli
Judgment of Paris. Hera, Athena and Aphrodite with Paris

Realm of Pallas, 1646. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Realm of Pallas, 1646

Les neuf Muses, 1644. Creator: Stefano della Bella
Les neuf Muses, 1644

Pallas, from Game of Mythology (Jeu de la Mythologie), 1644

Judgment of Paris, 1610-42. Creator: Pierre Brebiette
Judgment of Paris, 1610-42

Virtue: Athena, 1637. Creator: Abraham Bosse
Virtue: Athena, 1637

The Judgment of Paris, 1748-88. Creator: Fabio Berardi
The Judgment of Paris, 1748-88

Contest Between Neptune and Athena, 1540-45. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
Contest Between Neptune and Athena, 1540-45

Cover design for Klassischer Skulpturenschatz, late 19th century. late 19th century
Cover design for Klassischer Skulpturenschatz, late 19th century

Judgment of Paris, 1800-1900 (?). Creator: Anon
Judgment of Paris, 1800-1900 (?)

Portrait of an Ecclesiastic Flanked by a Female Saint and Athena, 17th century

The Calf-Bearer and the Kritios Boy Shortly After Exhumation on the Acropolis; Danseuse du Temple de Bacchus, ca. 1865

ARACHNE INTO SPIDER
Arachne is metamorphosed into a spider, because she boasted that her embroidery was better than that of the goddess Athene

Little owl (Athene noctua) taking shelter from the rain, Arcos de la Frontera, southern Spain. April

Athens, late 19th-early 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Athens, late 19th-early 20th century. Decorative coat of arms for the city of Athens, capital of Greece. Above a panel bearing the Greek key pattern design is the owl which traditionally represents

Spotted owlet ( Athena brama), Keoladeo NP, Bharatpur, India

Two Burrowing owls (Athene cunicularia) fledgling with adult about to take off, Pantanal, Brazil

Clarion Burrowing Owl (Athene cunicularia rostrata) at burrow entrance, Clarion Island, Revillagigedo Archipelago Biosphere Reserve / Archipielago de Revillagigedo UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site

Little owl (Athene noctua) perched in wall. Danube Delta, Romania. May

Burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia) Adams County, Washington, USA. May

Little owl (Athene noctua) perched on a rusting iron wheel, Essex, England, UK, June

Little Owl (Athene noctua) perched on a gate in late evening light, Worcestershire, May

Burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia) perched on branch, Tambopata, Madre de Dios, Peru

Little owl (Athene noctua), Monmouthshire, Wales, UK, July

Statue of Minerva, Ancient Roman goddess of wisdom, and patroness of the arts. Minerva, wearing a helmet and holding a shield, is known as Athene in the Greek pantheon

Cameo of Minerva, Roman goddess of wisdom. Minerva was known as Athena in the Greek pantheon

Bust of Athena. Roman sculpture after original of about 420
Athena. Goddess of wisdom, courage, law and justice. (Roman equivalent: Minerva). Bust of Athena. Roman sculpture after original of about 420 BC. Glyptothek. Munich. Germany

Diomedes and Athena attacking Ares during the Trojan war. Diomedes or Diomede, hero of Greek mythology. Athena, also spelled Athene, the city protectress, Greek goddess of war, handicraft

Artists Impression Of The Parthenon, Athens, Greece, During The Classical Period. Statue Of The Goddess Athena, Centre. From El Mundo Ilustrado, Published Barcelona, 1880

Athena, 1510-50. 1510-50. Creator: Anon
Athena, 1510-50

Mercury Presenting a Panpipe to Minerva. Creator: Giulio Bonasone
Mercury Presenting a Panpipe to Minerva

Trade Card for Literary Souvenir, 19th century. Creator: Robert Baker
Trade Card for Literary Souvenir, 19th century

Female Little Owla(Athene noctua) perched on a branch, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands
Female Little OwlA(Athene noctua) perched on a branch, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Minerva or Pallas Athena, 1898 (oil on canvas)
XAM37356 Minerva or Pallas Athena, 1898 (oil on canvas) by Klimt, Gustav (1862-1918); 75x75 cm; Wien Museum Karlsplatz, Vienna, Austria; Austrian, out of copyright

Picture No. 10752470
Little Owl - with casted / banadaged leg in human hand (Athene noctua) Date:

Athene & Spider Arachne
The goddess Athene turns the maiden Arachne into a spider for boasting that her embroideries were better than hers

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"Athene: The Enigmatic Goddess and the Wise Owl" In Greek mythology, Athene was known as the goddess of wisdom, courage, and strategic warfare. Often depicted as a young little owl named Athene noctua, she would form herself into a round shape, feeling at ease in her natural habitat. This portrayal symbolized her wisdom and ability to adapt. One famous artwork showcasing Athene is "Pallas Athena or Armoured Figure" painted in 1664-65. This oil on canvas masterpiece captures her strength and power as she stands tall in her armor. Another stunning representation is "Minerva, " a marble sculpture from 1775 that showcases her beauty and grace. The connection between Athens and Athene cannot be overlooked. Greece's capital city takes its name from this revered goddess who was considered the patron deity of Athens. The Acropolis, perched high above the cityscape, served as a sacred sanctuary dedicated to Athene. It also played an intriguing role in various myths involving other gods and goddesses such as Hera and Aphrodite preparing for the contest of beauty before Paris. These tales highlight not only her intelligence but also her elegance among divine beings. Beyond mythology, depictions can be found outside ancient Greece too. In Rembrandt's painting "Saskia as Minerva, " his wife assumes the guise of this wise goddess with poise and dignity. Even in nature itself, we find glimpses of Athene's presence through different species of owls bearing her name - Three Little Owls looking out from their nest hole in Cumbria or a Little Owl perched by Sado Estuary in Portugal during June. And let us not forget about Burrowing Owls. These fascinating creatures perform rain dances by spreading their wings while rotating their heads like true masters of observation - just like how Athene possessed keen insight into all matters.