Ancient Greek Press Papier with an Owl - 5652 Ancient Greek Press Papier With an Owl Material: MARBLE-BRONZE Color: GOLD In Greek mythology, a LittleOwl (Athenenoctua) traditionally represents or accompanies Athena, thevirgin goddess of wisdom, or Minerva, her syncretic incarnation in Romanmythology. Because of such association, the bird often referred to as the"owl of Athena" or the"owl of Minerva" hasbeen used as a symbol of knowledge, wisdom, perspicacity and eruditionthroughout the Western world.