Statue of Minerva
1850
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This print shows a tall statue of a robed woman holding a spear in one hand and a small owl in the other. She wears a helmet with a crest and a detailed breastplate over her draped clothes. The folds of her fabric are smooth and flowing, and her stance is strong, like she’s ready for action. The owl on her arm is a quiet detail—it’s often linked to wisdom in ancient stories. This statue was made as a print, not carved in stone, so the artist focused on clear lines and shadow to give it depth. Look up Victoria and Albert Museum to see where this print is kept.
