Grand Owl of Athena Symbol of Wisdom Bookend Cold Cast Bronze & Resin Statue Sculpture

“Owl of Athena”In Greek mythology, a little owl (Athene noctua) traditionally represents or accompanies Athena, the virgin goddess of wisdom, or Minerva, her syncretic incarnation in Roman mythology. Because of such association, the bird — often referred to as the “owl of Athena” or the “owl of Minerva” — has been used as a symbol of knowledge, wisdom, perspicacity and erudition throughout the Western world. Veronese design – Incredible DetailDimensions (approximately):Height: 24,5 cm (9.64 inches)Width: 14 cm (5.51 inches)Depth: 12,5 (4.92 inches) Weight: 1,22 kg (2.68 lb) Material: Cold Cast Bronze & ResinMADE OF HIGH QUALITY  HEAVY ART COLD  CAST  RESIN  & BRONZE POWDER. THE SURFACE IS COATED WITH A LAYER OF BRONZE.Cold Cast Bronze figures are heavy, detailed,  little shinier than 100% metals, and they actually look better than solid bronze. Τhis new material is a fantastic compromise that keeps the beauty, substantial weight and quality, and detail of bronze while keeping replicas affordable. Bronze and resin are the most common materials for realistic figurines.