Ishtar Queen of Heaven Venus Statue Stone Finish This polyresin statue depicts the goddess Ishtar, who was seen as the embodiment of the planet Venus. Based on ancient mythology from Iraq, the statue shows Ishtar with her arms raised in blessing and surrounded by stars. The intricate filigree pattern on the statue represents an ancient star chart. The statue aims to invoke the healing feminine power of the universe through its depiction of Ishtar and inspiration from ancient hymns.