Minerva And The Muses
1788
Imagine the ultimate intellectual gathering in ancient Rome, where the Muses—goddesses of inspiration—pay a visit to Minerva, the fierce goddess of wisdom and war. Created by Giovanni Battista Cipriani and engraved by the legendary Francesco Bartolozzi in 1788, this piece is a gorgeous slice of Neoclassical art, featuring flowing robes and idealized figures. The Muses look a bit shy as they approach the armored Minerva, who sits regally with her spear and shield. Published by the famous Boydell brothers in London, prints like this helped make classical mythology the ultimate decor trend for fashionable British homes.
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