Urania Greek Goddess-Muse of astronomy, astrology and stars
Urania, or Ouranía; modern Greek shortened name Ράνια Ránia; meaning "heavenly" or "of heaven") was, in Greek mythology, the muse of astronomy and astrology. Urania is the goddess of astronomy and stars, her attributes being the globe and compass.
The muse Urania is sometimes confused with Aphrodite Urania ("heavenly Aphrodite") because of their similar name.
Bronze Urania Greek Goddess Statue
The ancient Greeks respected the stars and honored the study of them with their own goddess as shown in the Bronze Urania Greek Goddess Statue. Made from cold-cast bronze, this hand-painted Greek decor piece depicts the goddess muse with her most popular attributes.
The bronze-colored goddess of astronomy and astrology stands confidently in a pink flowing chiton upon a circular platform. This platform has a plaque that reads Urania. This muse holds out a globe of the stars and constellations in one hand. Her other hand holds a compass. Adding to the celestial imagery, a golden moon and stars rest in her hair, while star-shaped detailing trails across the skirt of her dress.
This Greek goddess statue makes an ideal addition to any astrological collection or Greek home decor. It is also a great gift and collectible for any astronomer or lover of the stars. After all, multiple observatories share their name with this Greek muse.
Key Features:
Based on Greek mythology
Features a celestial sphere and compass
Base reads Urania
Richly colored and hand painted
Great Greek decor piece and collectible
Materials:
Made from cold-cast bronze
Measurements:
Length: 3.1 Inches
Width: 3.75 Inches
Height: 9 Inches
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