Puig des Molins, Ibiza
Balearic Islands

gorgeous winged-mantled goddess, from waist up

These winged goddesses show clear Egyptian influence by way of Lebanon. Winged Canaanite goddesses show up in other Iberian art.

terracotta statue of Tanit with polos headdress and arms reaching forward, from waist up

Another beautiful Tanit terracotta. Her gesture of benediction
from outstretched hands has something in common with
late bronze age Cretan and Mycenean terracotta goddesses.

 

another mantled Tanit bust in clay

A winged mantle Tanit
from Puig des Molins

 

a curly headed goddess with peaceful expression

This Tanit encloses an inner space
like the naos of Canaanite and Greek shrines.

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