Amphitrite at The Louvre, Paris

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This marble sculpture portrays Amphitrite in stunning detail. Sculpted by Jacques Prou in Paris between 1655-1706, it was originally placed within the Marly-Le-Roi estate, situated near a tranquil carp pond and adjacent to a majestic fountain honoring Amphitrite's mythological significance. Both sculptures were subsequently relocated to The Louvre, where they remain part of its permanent collection. In ancient Greek mythology, Amphitrite is revered as a powerful sea goddess and the devoted wife of Poseidon. As she became integrated into the Olympian pantheon, her status was diminished, and poets further reduced her to a symbolic representation of the ocean's mysteries. In contrast, Roman mythology elevates Salacia, the consort of Neptune, to a significant figure, often representing saltwater. This magnificent object is part of "Scan The World," a groundbreaking initiative spearheaded by MyMiniFactory, aiming to create a vast digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe for public access. Through this open-source community effort, Scan the World invites contributors to share their unique items; interested individuals can email stw@myminifactory.com to explore opportunities for collaboration.