Judy Chicago (American, b. 1939). The Dinner Party (Heritage Floor; detail), 1974–79. Porcelain with rainbow and gold luster, 48 x 48 x 48 ft. (14.6 x 14.6 x 14.6 m). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of the Elizabeth A. Sackler Foundation, 2002.10. © Judy Chicago. Photograph by Jook Leung Photography
Siva
Mythic, worshipped by the Slavic people of Russia, exact dates uncertain
Siva—not to be confused with the Hindu goddess Shiva—was the Slavic goddess of love, life, and fertility, depending on the region in question. She was worshipped in Russia, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Germany under the names Siwa, Sieba, Razivia, Zhiva, and many others. She was the wife of Siebog, god of love and marriage. Her name can be translated as "living," "being," and "existing."
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