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| Keywords: Minoan - Goddess or Priestess - Walters 711090.jpg Despite the delicate nature of the precious gold and ivory materials the stance of this small figurine conveys power and strength It closely resembles ceramic statuettes identified as goddesses or priestesses found in the sanctuary space known as the Pillar Shrine within the Minoan palace of Cnossus Crete The snakes adorning the figure are symbolic of fertility and regenerative powers century 16 BC ivory and gold cm 21 5 accession number 71 1090 25734 Feuardent Frères Paris Henry Walters Baltimore date of acquisition unknown by purchase Walters Art Museum Henry Walters Acquired by Henry Walters Ivory The Sumptuous Art The Walters Art Gallery Baltimore 1983-1984 place of origin Crete Greece Walters Art Museum license Ancient Greek sculptures in the Walters Art Museum Snake Goddess Media contributed by the Walters Art Museum needs category review | ||||
