Medusa, the daughter of the sea gods Phorcys and Ceto, was the most feared of the Gorgons, with terrfying wings and snakes instead of hair. It was said that anyone who looked directly at her was immediately turned to stone.
 
Medusa was once a beautiful maiden loved by Poseidon. But the young Medusa offended Athena and was therefore cursed to be a terrible monster, forever hunted by men.
 
Medusa was eventually killed by Perseus, one of Zeus’ sons. With the help of several gods, Perseus tracked Medusa down to her remote lair and beheaded her. He then used her severed head as a weapon during his travels, turning his enemies to stone. Medusa’s head was finally given to the goddess Athena, becoming part of the armor she wore into battle.
 
Wall Plaque is made of Cold Cast Resin in a Bronze Finish, with a Green tint over the Snakes.
Measures 14 5/8" L x 11" W x 4 3/8" H