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Minerva

Athena or Pallas Athena (Παλλὰς Ἀθηνᾶ) in Greek, or Minerva, in Roman mythology the goddess of war, civilization, wisdom, etc. She is often depicted with an owl, which symbolizes her ties to wisdom.
(Wikipedia: Athena and Minerva)

18th century sculptor
18th century?

Description

Stone statue of Minerva on a console on a modern building.

Sculptor

Unknown 18th century sculptor

Sources & Information

SR Mediathek, SR 2 - Heimatkunde mit Weitzmann: Am St. Johanner Markt.

Location (N 49°13'55" - E 6°59'51")

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Item Code: desl013; Photograph: 29 May 2019
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