DANCING GODDESSES | PREHISTORIC | Original Linocut Print

Immerse yourself in the magic of ancient mythology with the DANCING GODDESSES | PREHISTORIC | Original Linocut Print from The Coventina Press. This beautiful hand-printed artwork captures the spirit of prehistoric goddesses and their connection to the ancient mother. Each print is carefully made by an artist who loves linocut art and is dedicated to keeping ancient stories alive.

Small female figurines have been found dating from the paleo lithic era all the way through history. Many believe they were fertility deities as often the breasts, belly and buttocks where prominent. Other statutes may have been house gods or representations of ancestors. They are often called 'venus' like the 'venus of willendorf.  This print is just a small collection of ancient goddesses, there are hundreds more. 

The greeting card of dancing goddesses is available here.

Specifications

The print is approximately 18cm x 38cm and is handprinted in beautiful thick somerset velvet paper, with Caligo safewash ink in a  very dark blue/grey. If you would like the print mounted or framed, please get in touch as that can be arranged.