![]() ![]() The Honorary Muse earns a coveted position in a 17-foot tall, fiber optic, red high-heel shoe at the beginning of our parade. ![]() Many other great vintage items available in our Etsy shop. Honorary Muses Every year, the Krewe of Muses honors one distinguished woman with New Orleans connections who embodies the spirit of Muses. Calliope was one of the nine Muses, Mousai in Greek. By inspiring singing and being linked to the goddess of memory, Calliope could help bards remember thousands of lines of poetry long before the written word became common. At the behest of Zeus, the king of the gods, she judged the dispute between the goddesses Aphrodite and Persephone over Adonis. The Muses existed not only to inspire greatness, but to aid in memory as well. The only way we can provide that is if you ask before purchasing. Calliope, in Greek mythology, according to Hesiod’s Theogony, foremost of the nine Muses she was later called the patron of epic poetry. ![]() We love questions and always strive for exceptional customer service. In the event that you have any questions or need any clarification please don’t hesitate to ask. the photos will also help you understand the actual condition of the items. We do our best to note if there are any defects/issues/imperfections on anything we sell. ~We love all things vintage! but.because most of our items have been loved by someone before us we can't always promise the item is in pristine or brand new condition. In artwork, she often appears carrying a scroll or a tablet with famous poetry inscribed upon it. ~Silver toned coin says Honoring our Nations First Ladies Maand then Krewe of Venus on the flip side. Calliope Calliope, Muse of Epic Poetry, by Charles Meynier, 1798, via the Cleveland Art Museum Calliope was the muse of epic poetry and her name translates in ancient Greek as beautiful-voice. ~Gold'ish" coin dated 1971 Performing Arts with Krewe of Jupiter on the flip side ![]()
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