Porta Italica at The Olympic Park in Lausanne, Switzerland

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The timeless beauty of this exquisite marble sculpture is deeply rooted in the artistic vision of Igor Mitoraj (March 26, 1944 – October 6, 2014), a renowned Polish artist born in Oederan, Germany. Mitoraj's sculptural style is characterized by its strong connection to classical traditions, with a focus on masterfully crafted torsos. However, Mitoraj boldly introduced a post-modern twist by truncating limbs in an ostentatious manner, deliberately highlighting the damage that many authentic classical sculptures have sustained over time. Mitoraj's artistic journey began at the Kraków Academy of Art, where he studied painting under the guidance of Tadeusz Kantor. Following his graduation, he showcased his work through several joint exhibitions and held his first solo exhibition in 1967 at the Krzysztofory Gallery in Poland. In 1968, Mitoraj moved to Paris to further hone his skills at the National School of Art. It was during this period that Mitoraj became deeply fascinated by Latin American art and culture, spending a year immersed in painting and exploring Mexico. This transformative experience sparked a new passion for sculpture within him. Today, his sculptures are exhibited globally, often presented on a grand, monumental scale, and are well worth discovering. This dataset was carefully acquired and processed by the students of the Digital 3D Geometry Course taught by Prof. Mark Pauly at the School of Computer and Communication Sciences at EPFL, Switzerland. For more information, please visit http://lgg.epfl.ch/statues. This stunning object is part of "Scan The World," a non-profit initiative launched by MyMiniFactory. Through this project, we are creating a comprehensive digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the world for everyone to access free of charge. Scan The World is an open-source community effort, and if you have fascinating items nearby that you'd like to contribute, simply email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can help make a difference.