#155 Queen of Heaven
original carved from mahogany
With her arms raised in blessing and surrounded by a nimbus of stars this
goddess was seen as the embodiment of the Eastern Star - Venus. She is based
heavily
on the mythology of Ishtar, worshipped as early as 4000 BCE in the area of
present day Iraq. The filigree is a working star chart as on an astrolabe-
an ancient devise used to navigate and tell time. The points are referred to
as
flames and each indicates the position and name of a star. The
zodiac ring, also positioned correctly, is known as the ecliptic. The text
on this piece was inspired by the Hymns of Inanna and intended to invoke the
divine feminine healing power of the Universe.
Available Finishes: Stone and Wood
Size: 18 5/8" x 11 1/4" x 2 1/4"
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