26460 LVR Borghese Centaur

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This is a stunning 3D rendering of a magnificent ancient marble sculpture in the world-renowned Louvre Museum (catalog number MR 122). Dated to the 2nd century CE and originating from Aphrodisias in Turkey, this masterpiece showcases a centaur alongside the god Eros. According to myth, the centaur is a fearsome creature, half-human and half-horse, while Eros, the god of desire, sits atop its back, depicted as a winged baby. This breathtaking statue adheres to the Old Centaur statue type. Bibliography: The official website of the Louvre Museum, Geoffrey Marchal's comprehensive study on the Old Centaur statue type Ancient World 3D is proud to offer this curated 3D open-access content for Classical Studies. Each meticulously crafted model features an etched catalog number and a 3D printable frame for building a library. The original model was generously contributed by Scan The World, while Samantha Schlegel (advised by Dr. Elizabeth Thill) expertly composed this entry.