In the mythology of ancient Greece, Athena, the Goddess of Wisdom, was so impressed by the great eyes and solemn appearance of the Owl that, having banished the mischievous crow, she honoured the night bird by making him her favourite among feathered creatures. Athena's bird was a Little Owl, (Athene noctua).
The Owl was protected and inhabited the Acropolis in great numbers. It was believed that a magical "inner light" gave Owls night vision. As the symbol of Athena, the Owl was a protector, accompanying Greek armies to war, and providing ornamental inspiration for their daily lives.
If an Owl flew over Greek Soldiers before a battle, they took it as a sign of victory. The Little Owl also kept a watchful eye on Athenian trade and commerce from the reverse side of their coins.
Throughout history and across many cultures, people have regarded Owls with fascination and awe. Few other creatures have so many different and contradictory beliefs about them. Owls have been both feared and venerated, despised and admired, considered wise and foolish, and associated with witchcraft and medicine, the weather, birth and death. Speculation about Owls began in earliest folklore, too long ago to date, but passed down by word of mouth over generations.**
To this day Owls hold a unique fascination in American culture. These Pair of Matching Owl Trivets is the perfect accoutrement to any celebration spread...especially Fall and Halloween gatherings. Crafted out of solid metal and further fashioned with hand etchings all about each piece, this owl pair oozes character. popular With Signature oversized eyes and a look of wisdom and curiosity this pair not only manages your hot plates but also commands attention rarely afforded a simple trivet. Perfect for your Halloween celebration these trivets are in near perfect condition minus a rubber foot or two. Otherwise the pair is in excellent condition and ready to accept your hot dishes.
WHY WE LOVE IT..,..Creative function
Lets face it, trivets are not the sexiest of serving tools. Created to separate your hottest dished from a countertop you wish to protect, trivets are typically all function and little fashion. But in the mind of a creative artisan, this is not the case. Fashioned in the same functional design as any typical trivet, this pair has the added imagination and craftsmanship of a creative artisan to elevate the functional into the magical. Bring some magic to your home
** Owls in Mythology & Culture - By Deane Lewis
Product code: Popular Vintage, Pair, Hand-Etched, Metal, Owl, Serving Trivets.