Lysias at The Palace of Versailles, France

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Lysias (c. 445 BC - c. 380 BC) was a skilled speech writer in Ancient Greece who made his mark on the world through his captivating orations. He stood among the elite group of ten Attic orators whose works were included in the esteemed "Alexandrian Canon" compiled by Aristophanes of Byzantium and Aristarchus of Samothrace during the third century BC. To learn more about this remarkable individual, click here. This stunning marble sculpture was crafted by French artist Jean Dedieu (1646-1727) between 1685 and 1690. It is now on permanent display in the beautiful Gardens of the Palace of Versailles in France. As part of "Scan The World", a groundbreaking non-profit initiative introduced by MyMiniFactory, we are creating an extensive digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe that anyone can access for free. This open source community effort relies on contributions from passionate individuals who have intriguing items to share. If you'd like to join this exciting endeavor, simply email stw@myminifactory.com to discover how you can make a difference.