Youth Reclined - Elgin Marble, at The British Museum, London

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Human figures recline in dynamic poses on the pediment, capturing the essence of ancient Greek artistry. A languid form is believed to represent one of Athens' rivers, possibly the Ilissos. The Parthenon Marbles, also known as the Elgin Marbles, comprise a collection of classical Greek marble sculptures, inscriptions, and architectural members that originally adorned the Parthenon and other buildings on the Acropolis of Athens. Thomas Bruce, the 7th Earl of Elgin, obtained a permit in 1811 from the Ottoman house, claiming to excavate specific sites without removing statues. From 1801 to 1812, Elgin's agents extracted about half of the Parthenon's surviving sculptures, as well as architectural elements and sculpture from the Propylaea and Erechtheum. The Marbles were transported by sea to Britain, where their acquisition was met with mixed reactions - some praised it, while others likened it to vandalism or looting. After a public debate in Parliament and Elgin's exoneration, the British government purchased the collection in 1816, passing it to the British Museum, where they remain on display in the Duveen Gallery. This object is part of the "Scan The World" initiative, a non-profit project introduced by MyMiniFactory. It aims to create a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the world for public access. Scan the World is an open-source community effort; if you have interesting items to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how to help.