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The 9 Muses of Greek mythology
The word ‘museum’ is derived from the Greek ‘Mouseion’ (home to the Muses). Here, the 9 muses are depicted with Minerva, the goddess of wisdom and learning.
Painting by Hendrick van Balen the Elder
The word ‘museum’ is derived from the Greek ‘Mouseion’ (home to the Muses). Here, the 9 muses are depicted with Minerva, the goddess of wisdom and learning.
Painting by Hendrick van Balen the Elder
