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Minoan snake Goddess on marble base from Knossos, Crete  c. 1600 BCE Dimensions: 23 x 9,5cm.  

Price: 110.00€

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Greek Handmade statue with snakes, on a marble base.


"Snake goddess" is a type of figurine depicting a woman holding a snake in each hand, as were found in Minoan archaeological sites in Crete.

Bare breasts and snakes symbolize euphoria and fertility.

The worship of the Goddess of Fertility is also defined as the Great Mother

These two figurines are today exhibited at the Herakleion Archeological Museum in Crete.

The snake was Symbol of healing, guardian and protector of sacred places and objects.

The ancient Greeks revered snakes for their wisdom and healing powers (as in the cult of Asklepios, the god of medicine), but also feared them for their tremendous powers.

The snake appears as an aggressive defender in many ancient Greek myths; in fact the name 'Medusa', the snake-haired Gorgon translates from the Greek as 'guardian' or 'protectress'.

The Romans regarded the snake as the continuing spirit (or 'genius') of the family unit

 

With raw material silver, bronze, copper and aluminum, we create works of art and make museum copies, with absolute respect for the detail and aesthetics of the original. Inspired by the timeless Greek art, we support and promote the cultural heritage and tradition of our country.

The combination of experience, well-trained craftsmen, selected raw materials, strict control in production and careful packaging, characterize the company's products for their consistently high quality.


The STATUE has been cast using the traditional 'lost wax' method.

As nothing is mass-produced, there will inevitably be slight variations in patination and colouring.

Each piece is, therefore, unique

 Hand made in Greece. Professional packing. We take extra care in safely packing our fragile items to ensure safe delivery. 

ONLY ONE PIECE AVAILABLE

Suitable for indoor and outdoor areas. Drying cleaning with a paper towel.

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