The Erechtheion Caryatid Colonnade at The British Museum, London

The Erechtheion Caryatid Colonnade at The British Museum, London

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Caryatids serve as sturdy supports, represented by female figures. The name's likely origin comes from the young women of Sparta who danced annually in honor of Artemis Karyatis ('Artemis of the Walnut Tree'). One of six caryatids supporting the Erechtheion's roof on the Acropolis, she wears an apeplos, a simple tunic pinned at each shoulder. Her hair is braided and falls as a thick rope down her back. It's probable that one of her missing hands held a sacrificial vessel. Her figure closely resembles the women depicted in the east frieze of the Parthenon, completed when work on the Erechtheion began. She carries an architectural capital like a basket on her head, with its weight bearing down on her from the side. The right leg takes the strain, encased in perpendicular folds mimicking column shaft fluting. The other leg is flexed, with drapery molded to it. This object is part of "Scan The World". Scan the World is a non-profit initiative introduced by MyMiniFactory, creating a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks and landmarks worldwide for public access free of charge. Scan the World is an open-source community effort; if you have interesting items nearby and want to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can help.

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