Bust of Caligula in Warandepark, Brussels

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Laurent Delvaux (1696, Ghent - 24 February 1778, Nivelles) was a renowned Flemish sculptor who left an indelible mark on the art world with his extraordinary international career that took him to London and Rome before returning to the Austrian Netherlands as the court's esteemed sculptor. Delvaux stood at the forefront of artistic evolution, bridging the Baroque and Neo-classicism movements with ease. Delvaux crafted a magnificent series of twelve busts of Roman emperors in Warandepark, Brussels, which have been on permanent display since 1782. These striking sculptures surround a majestic fountain, each carved from gleaming white marble, adorned with armor crafted from jasper-coloured marble. Although the faces of these statues have weathered significantly over time, it is believed that one of them depicts Emperor Caligula. This breathtaking object is part of "Scan The World," a groundbreaking non-profit initiative spearheaded by MyMiniFactory to create an extensive digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from across the globe. Scan The World invites individuals to contribute their unique items for free public access through an open-source community effort. If you have fascinating objects around you and would like to participate, simply email stw@myminifactory.com to discover how you can make a valuable contribution.