Sarcophagus depicting the myth of Selene and Endymion

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The myth of Selene and Endymion centers on a unique female obsession. Selene, the moon goddess, falls deeply in love with mortal Endymion. He is described as either a shepherd, a skilled hunter, or a powerful king. As Selene rides her chariot across the night sky, she often descends to earth just to be with the handsome Endymion. She desires to be with him forever and requests that Jupiter grant her lover eternal sleep, allowing her to visit him every evening. Some translations suggest that it was actually Endymion's decision to remain unchanged and perpetually asleep. This object is part of "Scan The World," a non-profit project launched by MyMiniFactory. Through this initiative, we are creating a comprehensive digital library of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the world for public access at no cost. Scan The World is an open-source community effort. If you have interesting items nearby and would like to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to discover how you can participate.