This is a highly detailed Athena Bust.
This model was created by Messy Panda who makes amazing Busts and provided by Commercial License.
This Bust is 3D Printed using Black PLA Filament and Dry-brushed with Gold Gilding Wax to give it a Bronze Statue effect.
This Bust is 15cm tall.
Athena is a figure from Greek mythology, known as the goddess of wisdom, war strategy, and crafts. She is one of the twelve Olympian deities and is often associated with reason, intelligence, and disciplined combat rather than chaotic violence. Unlike Ares, who represents raw aggression in war, Athena embodies strategic thinking and tactical skill, making her the patron of heroes, soldiers, and cities.
Athena is often depicted wearing armor, including a helmet and carrying a shield or spear, and she is frequently accompanied by an owl, which symbolizes wisdom. She is also linked to the olive tree, representing peace, prosperity, and practical skill. According to myth, she was born fully grown and armored from the forehead of her father, Zeus, after he swallowed her pregnant mother, Metis.
In addition to her martial and intellectual aspects, Athena is associated with weaving, pottery, and other crafts, highlighting her connection to practical skill and creativity. She is also the protector of the city of Athens, which was named in her honor after she gifted the olive tree to its people, a symbol of both peace and economic value.
Athena often appears in myths as a guide or mentor to heroes, such as Odysseus in The Odyssey and Perseus in his quest against Medusa, demonstrating her role as a strategic adviser and protector. She represents a balance between intellect and action, combining wisdom with the ability to enforce it when necessary.
