Semiramis at The Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

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Carved from a single block of marble, this imposing statue of a brooding queen is a fictional portrait of Semiramis, queen of Assyria around 800 B.C. Although she was a historical figure, by the late 19th century Semiramis had become legendary: an ambitious woman who seized power through murder, only to be killed by her own estranged son. This view was popularized by Voltaire's 1784 play and Rossini's 1822 opera, both of which inspired William Wetmore Story's composition. This object is part of the "Scan The World" project, a non-profit initiative launched by MyMiniFactory to create a 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, where individuals can contribute interesting items and email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how to get involved. Scanned using Photogrammetry (Processed with Agisoft PhotoScan)