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Latin verse inscription in bold red letters on gray sandstone records Mamertinus's visit as Roman governor of Egypt to the singing statue of Memnon at Thebes. The author hails the piety of Hadrian's age, which brought the statue to life. This object is part of "Scan The World," a non-profit project launched by MyMiniFactory, creating a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures and artworks from across the globe for public access. Scan The World is an open source community effort; if you have interesting items nearby and want to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can help.