Quick Specs
- Type: Goddess statue
- Size: 7.25″
- Size/Quantity: 7 1/4 inches tall, single piece
- Best for: Moon altar, goddess devotion, Wiccan ritual, feminine empowerment practice
Diana: Roman Goddess of the Hunt, Moon, and Wild Nature
Diana is one of Rome’s most prominent deities, the goddess of the moon, wild animals, hunting, and the protection of women and children in childbirth. She is the Roman equivalent of the Greek Artemis, though her Roman character developed its own distinct qualities over centuries of worship. Her primary sanctuary at Lake Nemi, south of Rome, was one of the most important cult sites in the ancient world, presided over by a priest-king whose tenure was maintained through ritual combat. This dark and archaic element of her worship points to a goddess whose nature runs deeper than the clean archery-and-moonlight imagery suggests.
In modern Wicca and neo-pagan traditions, Diana holds a central place as an embodiment of the maiden aspect of the triple goddess and as a lunar deity associated with the waxing and full moon phases. Her virginity in the mythological sense means not belonging to any man, representing sovereign independence and self-determination rather than celibacy as a value. This reading has made her a powerful figure for practitioners working on themes of personal autonomy, strength, and the clearing of obstacles that prevent someone from living on their own terms.
Using This Statue in Devotional and Ritual Practice
At 7 1/4 inches tall, this Diana statue is substantial enough to anchor a dedicated goddess altar without being so large that it dominates the space entirely. The hand-painted cold-cast resin finish captures the standard iconographic elements associated with Diana: her bow, her crescent crown, and a pose that conveys readiness and wild grace. Place her on the northern or eastern quarter of an altar, surround her with moonstone or clear quartz, and use her as a focal point for monthly lunar devotions tied to each phase of the moon. Browse my gods and goddesses collection for companion pieces.
How to Use the Diana Moon Goddess Statue
Three ways to work with your Diana statue on the altar.
- Position Diana on Your Altar
Place the Diana statue on an altar facing north or toward a window where moonlight can reach her. Her 7 1/4-inch height makes her a commanding centerpiece without overwhelming smaller altar items around her.
- Invoke Her During Moon Rites
Invoke Diana during new moon or full moon rites focused on independence, the hunt, and feminine strength. Light a silver or white candle beside her and speak intentions for clarity, swiftness, and self-directed purpose.
- Pair Her With Lunar Correspondences
Diana corresponds to the maiden aspect of the triple goddess and to the element of air in many Wiccan traditions. Pair her with clear quartz, moonstone, or silver jewelry offerings to deepen the lunar connection.
The Tarot Fellow Standard
I stock this Diana statue because the combination of size, detail, and price point is genuinely difficult to match. Many Diana figures in this scale are either poorly detailed or made from material that chips with regular handling. This cold-cast resin piece holds its painted finish well and has the presence a working altar deserves. For candles, incense, and other tools to pair with goddess work, browse my altar supplies section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Diana is the Roman goddess of the hunt, the moon, and wild nature, equivalent to the Greek Artemis. She is a virgin goddess associated with forests, wild animals, childbirth protection, and independent feminine power.
Diana is widely venerated in Wicca and modern paganism as an embodiment of the maiden goddess. She is invoked for moon magic, protection of women and children, hunting and archery symbolism, and nature-based spiritual work.
The statue stands 7 1/4 inches tall and is cast from cold-cast resin with a hand-painted finish. It is designed for altar display and devotional use indoors, rather than as an outdoor garden sculpture subject to weather.
Suitable offerings include silver coins, white flowers, bay laurel, and clear water. Moonstone and clear quartz are traditional crystal companions. Diana appreciates offerings related to the natural world and the lunar cycle.
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