Stone Sculpture Depicting The Goddess Hygieia. Mid-20th Century.

              Hygie (Hygieia in Greek) was the Greek goddess of health, cleanliness, and hygiene in ancient mythology. The daughter of Asclepius, the god of medicine, she was worshipped throughout ancient Greece and was often depicted holding a snake, which she fed from a cup. The original sculptures date primarily from the 4th century B.C., notably the one discovered in Tegea.

These sculptures are particularly prized by healthcare professionals, collectors of classical art, and enthusiasts of Greek mythology. They make symbolic gifts for doctors, nurses, and therapists, representing the ideal of health and well-being. These decorative busts add a touch of classical elegance to doctors’ offices, libraries, and interiors inspired by antiquity.
This sculpture is in perfect condition and dates from the mid-20th century.  It measures 45 cm and weighs approximately 10 kg.
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