Greek Kore Statue / Persephone / Proserpina.
Handcrafted Replica Kore (Proserpina) Figurine – Inspired by Greek & Roman Mythology
Details
Kore, also known as Proserpina in Roman mythology, was the daughter of Demeter and Zeus and was revered as the goddess of fertility and death.
According to legend, while picking flowers in a meadow, Kore was abducted by Hades, the god of the underworld, and forced to become his wife, making her Queen of the Underworld. Her grief-stricken mother, Demeter, searched the earth for her, only to learn of her fate from Helios (or Hermes).
To pressure Zeus into demanding Kore’s return, Demeter caused a great drought, leading to famine. Unable to ignore the devastation, Zeus sent Helios to negotiate with Hades. However, Hades tricked Kore into eating a pomegranate seed, an enchanted fruit that bound her to the underworld.
A compromise was reached: Kore would spend one-third of the year with Hades and two-thirds with Demeter. This cyclical journey between the underworld and earth symbolises the changing seasons—her presence in the underworld brings winter, while her return to Demeter marks the bloom of spring, solidifying her role as a fertility goddess.
This faithful replica figurine celebrates her duality as a goddess of both life and death.
Materials
- White Earthenware or Pipe Clay
Dimensions
- Height: Approx. 250 mm
- Base Diameter: Approx. 65 mm
Production
Each museum-quality replica is handcrafted using traditional tools and techniques, just as ancient artisans would have done. Every figurine is one of a kind, with natural variations in texture, surface finish, and colour due to the traditional firing process.
Ordering Information
- 'Add to Basket' Items: Ready to ship immediately.
- 'Pre-order' Items: Handmade to order within 90 days (longer for international orders). If your order includes both 'Add to Basket' and 'Pre-order' items, they will be shipped together once all items are ready.
Shipping
- All items are sent via second-class postal service as standard.
- If you require first-class shipping, please contact us for a custom quote.
- Postage Note: All items are carefully packaged to ensure they arrive in perfect condition.
Honour the legacy of Kore, the goddess of fertility and death, with this beautifully handcrafted figurine. Order today and bring a timeless piece of mythology into your collection!
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Handcrafted Replica Kore (Proserpina) Figurine – Inspired by Greek & Roman Mythology
Details
Kore, also known as Proserpina in Roman mythology, was the daughter of Demeter and Zeus and was revered as the goddess of fertility and death.
According to legend, while picking flowers in a meadow, Kore was abducted by Hades, the god of the underworld, and forced to become his wife, making her Queen of the Underworld. Her grief-stricken mother, Demeter, searched the earth for her, only to learn of her fate from Helios (or Hermes).
To pressure Zeus into demanding Kore’s return, Demeter caused a great drought, leading to famine. Unable to ignore the devastation, Zeus sent Helios to negotiate with Hades. However, Hades tricked Kore into eating a pomegranate seed, an enchanted fruit that bound her to the underworld.
A compromise was reached: Kore would spend one-third of the year with Hades and two-thirds with Demeter. This cyclical journey between the underworld and earth symbolises the changing seasons—her presence in the underworld brings winter, while her return to Demeter marks the bloom of spring, solidifying her role as a fertility goddess.
This faithful replica figurine celebrates her duality as a goddess of both life and death.
Materials
- White Earthenware or Pipe Clay
Dimensions
- Height: Approx. 250 mm
- Base Diameter: Approx. 65 mm
Production
Each museum-quality replica is handcrafted using traditional tools and techniques, just as ancient artisans would have done. Every figurine is one of a kind, with natural variations in texture, surface finish, and colour due to the traditional firing process.
Ordering Information
- 'Add to Basket' Items: Ready to ship immediately.
- 'Pre-order' Items: Handmade to order within 90 days (longer for international orders). If your order includes both 'Add to Basket' and 'Pre-order' items, they will be shipped together once all items are ready.
Shipping
- All items are sent via second-class postal service as standard.
- If you require first-class shipping, please contact us for a custom quote.
- Postage Note: All items are carefully packaged to ensure they arrive in perfect condition.
Honour the legacy of Kore, the goddess of fertility and death, with this beautifully handcrafted figurine. Order today and bring a timeless piece of mythology into your collection!
