The Mask of Minerva

The Mask of Minerva

$59.99

My dear, the greatest adventurers know that wisdom is the most powerful weapon in the world. This mask, symbolizing the goddess Minerva, is a constant reminder that true insight often requires a mechanical upgrade to pierce the darkness.

I retrieved this stunning plaque from the ruins of an ancient, forgotten observatory in Greece. It was believed to have been a highly prized talisman, used by astronomers and philosophers to enhance their nocturnal observations and calculations. The metallic gears and feathers are a marriage of classical wisdom and modern industrial might.

This striking piece of wall decor is constructed from cold cast bronze, giving it a heavy, antique metallic finish that accentuates its detailed texture.

  • The Design: The sculpture captures the powerful, wide-eyed gaze of an owl, with its feathers meticulously detailed in the bronze casting.

  • The Upgrade: The owl's eyes are dramatically augmented with red and brass gear mechanisms, suggesting complex, mechanized vision capable of seeing through fog, time, or deception.

  • The Symbolism: The prominent wings and brow area are detailed with elegant Victorian scrollwork.

  • Scale: Measuring 8 ⅜ inches long, 7 ½ inches high, and 3 inches deep, this plaque is perfect for mounting as a striking centerpiece above a doorway or on a feature wall.

Mount The Mask of Minerva in your study or hallway. Let it whisper of ancient knowledge, technological power, and the ever-present need for a wise, discerning eye in a chaotic world.


Product Specifications (For the Philosophical Engineer):

  • Material: Cold Cast Bronze (Resin)

  • Dimensions: L 8 ⅜ x W 3 x H 7 ½ inches

  • Features: Integrated gear-mechanisms in eye sockets; wall mountable.

  • Style: Symbolic Steampunk Wall Plaque

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