Depictions of the goddess, Nike:
The Mythical Classical Deity who Inspired the Name of the Athletic Brand
In Greek mythology, Nike is the goddess of Victory. Additionally, she is known as “Victoria” in Roman mythology.
Marble Bust
This bust was created in 1856 by Christian Daniel Rauch. Its height is 68 cm. It resides within Berlin in the National Galerie, Staatliche Museen . The bust was photographed by Klaus Goken. It is named simply Nike.
Terracotta Statuette
This statuette was created in late 5th century BC. Its maker is unknown. Its size is approximately 7x3x3 in. It is located within the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It is called Terracotta Statuette of Nike, the personification of victory.
Marble Sculpture
This sculpture was created circa 200 BC. The sculptor is unknown. It is 8 feet tall. It is within Paris, France at the Louvre. The name of the sculpture is Nike of Samothrace or (Victory of Samothrace.)
Pentelic Marble Relief
This marble relief was created circa 410 BC . It is approximately 42 inches. The sculptor is unknown. It resides within Athens, Greece in the Acropolis Museum. This relief is known by two names, Athene and Nike Decorating a Trophy and Nike Preparing a Trophy.
Terracotta Statuette
This statuette was created during the mid 3rd century BC. Its maker is unknown. Its size is approximately 8x3x2 in. It is located within the Princeton University Art Museum. It is called Statuette of Nike.
Marble Sculpture
This sculpture was created circa 410 BC. The sculptor is unknown. Its height is 106 cm. It is within the Acropolis Museum within Athens, Greece. It is called Nike (Victory) Adjusting Her Sandal.