{"product_id":"medusa-statue-greek-mythology-ash-wood","title":"Medusa Statue — Hand-Carved Ash Wood Greek Mythology Gorgon Sculpture","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedusa is the most powerful and enduring figure of the three Gorgon sisters — a woman of striking beauty transformed by Athena into a creature whose gaze could turn the living to stone. Far from a simple monster, Medusa has become a symbol of feminine power, protection, and transformation across centuries of art and mythology. This hand-carved Medusa statue captures her fierce, mythic presence in ecological ash wood, finished with a warm varnish that brings out the natural depth of the grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is individually hand-carved — no two are identical. Available in natural brown or hand-painted multicolor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ecological ash wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Varnish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.0 in \/ 20.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.6 in \/ 12.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.6 in \/ 4.3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to clean:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wipe with a dry cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMedusa in Greek Mythology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe mortal Gorgon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Of the three Gorgon sisters — Stheno, Euryale, and Medusa — only Medusa was mortal, making her the centre of heroic legend and artistic tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransformed by Athena:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once a beautiful sea maiden, Medusa was transformed by Athena into a winged Gorgon with serpents for hair and a petrifying gaze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSymbol of protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e The image of Medusa (the Gorgoneion) was used across ancient Greece as an apotropaic symbol — placed on shields, temples, and armour to ward off evil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlain by Perseus:\u003c\/strong\u003e The hero Perseus beheaded Medusa using a mirrored shield to avoid her gaze — from her blood sprang Pegasus and the giant Chrysaor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModern reclamation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medusa is widely reclaimed today as a symbol of feminine strength, survival, and the power of the misunderstood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWitch altars, protection shrines, and sacred feminine spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of Greek mythology art and hand-carved wooden sculpture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeaningful gifts for those drawn to Medusa, Gorgon mythology, or feminine power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Global Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe ship from Spain (EU), our USA fulfillment studio, and our Workshop in Ukraine. \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eView full shipping information →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReturns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe accept returns within 30 days of delivery. Items must be unused and in original condition. Return shipping is covered by the buyer unless the item arrives damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout ArtCarving Shop\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece in our collection is hand-carved by skilled artisans in Ukraine from sustainable ecological ash wood. We create mythological and spiritual sculptures that honour ancient traditions — made to last, made to mean something.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep away from direct sunlight and moisture. Wipe clean with a dry cloth. Do not use water or chemical cleaners on the wood surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA fierce and timeless symbol of transformation and protection — the Medusa statue is a commanding addition to our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/greek-statue\"\u003eGreek statues collection\u003c\/a\u003e, hand-carved in Ukraine from sustainable ash wood with a varnish finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Carving Shop","offers":[{"title":"Brown","offer_id":41998287601848,"sku":"","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Colored","offer_id":41998287634616,"sku":"","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/0566\/0600\/products\/photo_2022-11-0912.11.28.jpg?v=1667988997","url":"https:\/\/artcarving.store\/products\/medusa-statue-greek-mythology-ash-wood","provider":"Art Carving Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}