Injured Niobide at The Louvre, Paris

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In ancient Greek mythology, the Niobids were children born to Amphion of Thebes and Niobe. Their demise was orchestrated by Apollo and Artemis due to Niobe's hubristic claims that her offspring outnumbered those of Leto, their mother. This tale serves as a timeless example of the perils of excessive pride. Another version of the myth reveals the Niobids as children of Philottus and Niobe, daughter of Assaon. When Niobe dared to argue with Leto about the beauty of her kids, Leto devised a multi-stage punishment. First, Philottus met his demise while hunting. Then, Assaon made unwanted advances towards his own daughter, which she firmly rejected. He invited her children to a banquet and set their house ablaze, killing them all in the process. As a result of these calamities, Niobe took her own life by leaping from a rocky outcropping. Assaon, consumed by remorse for his actions, also ended his life. This artifact is part of "Scan The World", a non-profit initiative introduced by MyMiniFactory. This project aims to create a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe that can be accessed freely by the public. Scan The World is an open-source community effort. If you have interesting items nearby and would like to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can assist.