Hadrian [2]

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The Roman emperor Hadrian reigned from 117 to 138 AD with great distinction. This sculpture unmistakably depicts him based on his beard and facial features, created in the 17th century as a tribute to the original work of art. Hadrian earned the nickname "Emperor of Culture Than War" due to his exceptional leadership style. He concentrated his efforts on enhancing the administration of the Roman Empire and maintaining discipline within its army, resulting in a period of stability without major wars. In contrast to his predecessor Trajan, Hadrian abandoned the eastern territories of Armenia and Mesopotamia, limiting the empire's expansion to the Euphrates river's frontier. During his extensive travels through his territories, he personally inspected the army and implemented significant changes. His visit to Britain led to the construction of the famous Hadrian Wall, a testament to his vision for the empire's defense and development. Additionally, he is renowned for building the magnificent Pantheon in Rome and the Imperial Villa at Tivoli. This object forms part of "Scan The World," a non-profit initiative launched by MyMiniFactory that aims to create a comprehensive digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe. Scan The World is an open-source community project where people can contribute by emailing stw@myminifactory.com with their interesting items to learn how they can participate in this effort.