Marcus Aurelius at The Réunion des Musées Nationaux, Paris

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Marcus Aurelius ruled as Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 AD with Lucius Verus by his side until Verus' death in 169. He was the last of the Five Good Emperors and a renowned Stoic philosopher. The Empire's victory over the Parthian Empire in the East, led by Avidius Cassius, marked a significant milestone during Aurelius' reign. In central Europe, he successfully fought against the Marcomanni, Quadi, and Sarmatians, but faced growing threats from Germanic tribes. Avidius Cassius' failed revolt in the East was swiftly suppressed, demonstrating Aurelius' strength as a leader. His philosophical tome, Meditations, written in Greek during his campaigns between 170 and 180 AD, remains a timeless literary masterpiece. This work offers practical guidance on finding inner peace amidst turmoil by drawing inspiration from nature. This object is part of "Scan The World", a non-profit initiative launched by MyMiniFactory to create a digital archive of fully printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe for public access. Scan The World is an open-source community effort, welcoming contributions from individuals with unique items they'd like to share. To get involved, email stw@myminifactory.com and learn how you can contribute to this valuable project.