'Athens', late 19th-early 20th century. Decorative coat of arms for the city of Athens, capital of Greece. Above a panel bearing the Greek key pattern design is the owl which traditionally represents or accompanies the goddess Athena, here standing on a pedestal. Below is an animal skull embellished with acanthus leaves and strips of cloth.

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Size: 4260px × 5120px
Photo credit: © The Print Collector / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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