Protesilaos at The British Museum, London

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This marble sculpture brings Protesilaos, the first Greek warrior to set foot at Troy, vividly to life. The Roman rendition of a 400 BC Greek original discovered in Kyzikos, northwestern Turkey, showcases Protesilaos striding along a ship's prow with determination. His helmeted head and raised right arm, now broken off, held a spear, while a wound on his right armpit serves as a poignant reminder that he was killed the moment his feet touched Asian soil. In Greek mythology, Protesilaus was a legendary hero who earned a revered place in the Iliad. He was widely worshipped at cult sites in Thessaly and Thrace. As the son of Iphicles, a lord of many flocks, and grandson of Phylacos, he led the Phylaceans with distinction. Some believe that Proteslaus was originally known as Iolaus, but his name changed after he became the first to leap ashore at Troy and thus the first to die in the war. This 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 globe for public access. Scan The World is an open-source community effort, and if you have unique items that could contribute to our collection, email stw@myminifactory.com to find out how you can participate. Scanned using photogrammetry (processed with Agisoft PhotoScan).