Ephebe Narcissus

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In ancient Greek mythology, a legendary hunter named Narcissus was renowned for his extraordinary beauty. Born in the city of Thespiae within Boeotia, he was the offspring of Cephissus, the majestic river god, and Liriope, a lovely nymph. Narcissus's haughty demeanor was well-known, as he spurned those who adored him with their devotion. However, Nemesis took notice of his arrogant behavior and cleverly lured Narcissus to a serene pool, where he caught sight of his own reflection in the water and became enamored with it, unaware that it was merely an image. Unable to tear himself away from the captivating beauty of his reflection, Narcissus lost all desire to live, fixating on his mirrored self until his life slipped away. The mythological tale of Narcissus is the source of the term narcissism, describing an unhealthy obsession with one's own physical appearance or public image. This remarkable object is part of "Scan The World", a charitable initiative launched by MyMiniFactory to create a vast digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe for everyone to access freely. By contributing interesting items from their surroundings, individuals can join this open-source community effort, which aims to make cultural treasures available worldwide. If you have fascinating objects nearby that you'd like to share with others, simply email stw@myminifactory.com to discover how you can participate and help build this incredible digital repository.