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Mythological Figure in the Form of a Pen Wipe
| Categories | Figural - Mythology; Literature; Religion; Fictional |
| Type | Mythology |
| Material | Bronze |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Undetermined |
| Date or Era | circa 1890 |
| Measuring | 2 ⅜” diameter base; 3 ½” high |
This figural bust pen wipe is believed to depict either the goddess Athena or Minerva. Both Athena and Minerva are associated with war and strategy and often depicted wearing a helmet. The plume of the helmet is the actual pen wipe.
Sold for $134 in April 2024
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