Section of Aphrodite at the Louvre, Paris, France

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Aphrodite reigns as the Greek goddess of love, beauty, pleasure, and reproduction, a powerful figure that inspires awe in mortals and gods alike. Her Roman counterpart is Venus, a goddess celebrated for her stunning beauty. Fearing their intense rivalry over Aphrodite's affections would spark war among them, Zeus takes decisive action and marries her to Hephaestus, a union born of strategic necessity rather than romantic love. As the ugliest of gods, Hephaestus poses no threat to his peers, allowing peace to prevail among the divine community. Aphrodite's numerous lovers include Ares, the god of war, and Anchises, a mortal man who falls deeply under her spell. She also plays a pivotal role in the legendary tale of Eros and Psyche, and later becomes both Adonis's lover and surrogate mother. As a result of her many affairs, Aphrodite is said to have given birth to countless lesser beings, cementing her status as a powerful and complex goddess. This object forms part of "Scan The World", a groundbreaking initiative launched by MyMiniFactory, with the goal of creating a vast digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe. Scan The World is an open-source community project that relies on the contributions of individuals worldwide to create a treasure trove of free, accessible content. If you have a unique item in your possession and wish to share it with the world, simply email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can join this extraordinary effort and help shape the future of digital culture.