Belem Tower (Melting)

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#statuemeltdown In collaboration with Portuguese artist Carlos Faustino, we introduce this model as part of the #statuemeltdown collection to raise awareness about global warming through an artistic exaggeration of how rising temperatures affect historical works of art and landmarks. Faustino took our existing Belem Tower model (mmf.io/o/72956) and applied fluid simulation to achieve the melting effect, making it the first building in his collection. To see more of his work, visit: https://carlosfaustino.net/ Behance Portfolio Instagram Twitter. About the Belem Tower: a fortified tower located in Lisbon, capital of Portugal, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its significant role in Portuguese maritime enterprises during the Age of Discoveries. The tower was commissioned by King John II to be part of a defense system at the mouth of the Tagus River and a ceremonial gateway to Lisbon. Built in the early 16th century, it's a prominent example of the Portuguese Manueline style, incorporating hints of other architectural styles, such as Moorish (Wikipedia). MiniWorld is thrilled to bring this charming model to life. It was modeled from scratch by hand and brain in Autodesk Fusion 360 by collaborator Brian Mauricio Sánchez, without scanning or workarounds! Please give credit, it's all about spreading culture and education. MiniWorld is the collection of 3D printable models of landmarks around the world!