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Emilio Greco, born October 11, 1913, in Catania, Italy, was an Italian sculptor known for his exquisite bronze and marble figurative works. His primary focus was on female nudes and portraits that exuded elegance and poise. At the tender age of 13, Greco began apprenticing with a skilled stonemason, laying the foundation for his future artistic endeavors. He later honed his craft at the prestigious Academy of Art in Palermo. Greco's big break came when he started exhibiting his work in Rome in 1943, but it wasn't until after World War II that he gained widespread recognition. His first solo exhibition took place in 1946, and by 1948, he had become a respected teaching assistant at the Artistic Secondary School in Rome. Throughout his illustrious career, Greco's subject matter remained remarkably consistent, often featuring refined, elongated female forms that embodied the essence of the Mannerist tradition. His sculptures, such as "Bather No. 2," created in 1956-57, showcased a perfect balance between form and function. Greco's artistic style was not limited to traditional techniques; he also experimented with expressive, luminous surface treatments, reminiscent of the works of Giacomo Manzù and Marino Marini. His impressive portfolio includes the design of one of the bronze doors at the Cathedral in Orvieto, which took him from 1961 to 1964 to complete. In 1974, a beautiful garden dedicated to his works was opened at the Open Air Museum in Hakone, Japan, providing a serene space for art enthusiasts to appreciate his creations. Just five years prior, in 1969, Greco had donated a group of his sculptures to the city of Orvieto, which were then placed on permanent exhibition at the Palazzo Soliano. This remarkable collection is part of "Scan The World," a groundbreaking initiative by MyMiniFactory that aims to create a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe. By collaborating with the community, Scan the World has made it possible for anyone to access these incredible works for free. The object you see before you was scanned using photogrammetry, a cutting-edge technique that allows us to capture intricate details with remarkable precision. The resulting 3D model is an exact replica of the original sculpture, inviting you to explore its every nook and cranny.