Leo the Thracian at The Louvre, Paris

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The portrait of Emperor Leo I, also known as the Thracian, boasts a naturalist style that starkly contrasts with the geometric style prevalent during Theodosian emperors' reign. Crafted from alabaster, the head is a masterpiece. Leo I, born in 401 and passing away on January 18, 474, was the Byzantine Emperor from 457 to 474. Hailing from Dacia Aureliana near historic Thrace, he earned his title of Leo the Thracian. As ruler of the Eastern Empire for nearly two decades, Leo demonstrated exceptional leadership skills. He initiated numerous ambitious plans, primarily aimed at providing assistance to the struggling Western Roman Empire and reclaiming its lost territories. Notably, he was the first Eastern Emperor to enact laws in Greek rather than Latin. The Orthodox Church honors him as a Saint, celebrating his feast day on January 20. This object is part of "Scan The World". Scan the World is a non-profit project launched by MyMiniFactory, where we create a digital repository of fully printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe for public access at no cost. Scan the World is an open-source community effort; if you have interesting items nearby and wish to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can participate. Scanned using Photogrammetry (Processed with Agisoft PhotoScan)