Bust of a Lictor at The State Hermitage Museum, St Petersburg

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The Lictor: A Roman Civil Servant's Role A Roman lictor was a high-ranking civil servant who served as the personal bodyguard for magistrates wielding imperium. This position dates back to the Roman Kingdom and may have originated even earlier in Etruscan civilization, according to Roman historian Livy. This object is part of "Scan The World," a non-profit initiative by MyMiniFactory that creates a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks for global access at no cost. Scan the World is an open-source community effort where participants can contribute interesting items from around them. To learn how to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com. Scanned: Photogrammetry (Processed using Agisoft PhotoScan)