Marble Vase at The Royal Ontario Museum, Ontario

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This stunning marble vase showcases the Romans' innovative reinterpretation of Greek art that they skillfully emulated. It meticulously replicates a bronze krater, an ancient vessel originally used at vibrant Greek drinking gatherings (symposia) to hold wine infused with water. The design was cleverly reused as a striking garden feature in a luxurious villa at Stabiae, a tranquil rest-town near Pompeii, where it was unearthed. Intricately carved decorations depict Bacchantes (followers of the wine god Bacchus) in a lively dance, a scene all too familiar to the locals. This remarkable object is part of "Scan The World". Scan the World is a non-profit initiative launched by MyMiniFactory, which enables us to create a comprehensive digital archive of fully 3D 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 intriguing items surrounding you and wish to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can participate.