Minoan Snake Goddess statue arms raised holding 2 snakes from the Knossos-Temple Repositories 1650-1550 BC, Heraklion Archaeological Museum, grey ba

Minoan Snake Goddess statue arms raised holding 2 snakes from the  Knossos-Temple Repositories 1650-1550 BC, Heraklion Archaeological  Museum, grey ba Stock Photo
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6803 x 9566 px | 57.6 x 81 cm | 22.7 x 31.9 inches | 300dpi

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6 February 2020

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Heraklion Archaeological Museum

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Minoan Snake Goddess statue arms raised holding 2 snakes from the Knossos-Temple Repositories 1650-1550 BC, Heraklion Archaeological Museum, grey background. The snake goddess stauettes are the most important cult objects found in the Knossos Temple Repositories. Dressed in fine garmets with a close fitting bodice with large breats these goddesses represent fertility and the natural world.