[Detail] Mosaic of Minerva by Elihu Vedder
Lesson Overview
Students take a close analytical look at the historic Minerva mosaic from the Great Hall of the Library of Congress, and discover what it can tell them about the mission of the Library's founders. They will perform a basic primary source analysis, and then discuss the symbolism and mythology of the mosaic.
Objectives
Students will be able to:
- Perform a basic primary source analysis of a visual object.
- Interpret the symbolism of the artistic elements of the Minerva mosaic.
Standards
Time Required
- One class
Recommended Grade Level
- 3-5
- 6-8
Topic
- Arts & Culture
Era
- Rise of Industrial America, 1876-1900
