In Greek mythology, Hephaestus is usually said to have shaped Pandora from clay.
Hesiod’s Works and Days describes Zeus ordering Hephaestus to make Pandora’s body from earth. Hephaestus was the Olympian god of fire, metalworking, craftsmanship, and smithing, so creating a human figure suited his divine role.
Other gods then contributed qualities or gifts. Athena taught Pandora crafts, Aphrodite gave her charm, and Hermes supplied qualities connected with speech and character. The name Pandora means “all-gifted” or “all-giving,” reflecting the gifts supplied by the gods.
The story is sometimes illustrated as if Pandora were simply born, but Hesiod presents her as a deliberate divine creation. Later artistic versions also vary in the materials and details, while Hephaestus remains the standard answer for the god who fashioned her.