Hercules/Atlas holding up the sky 3D printable model by IJsklontje
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Hercules/Atlas holding up the sky

Source: Thingiverse by IJsklontje

The Hercules/Atlas holding up the sky is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by IJsklontje. Made this cool sculpture using photogrammetry and processed it up in Blender for extra detail. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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30 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-18 License: CC-BY-SA · commercial OK Category: Decor & Art

Tags: Atlas, civilization, Earth, globe, greek, greek mythology, heracles, hercules, roman

About this model

Made this cool sculpture using photogrammetry and processed it up in Blender for extra detail. It was the inspiration for the art in Civilization IV, and people often mistake it for the Titan Atlas punished by Zeus. This is my first go at photogrammetry and sculpting, so the model might not be 100%, but I think it's not too shabby. If you wanna tweak it or something, contact me for an OBJ file or whatever format you prefer. Check out more about the sculpture here: Link to the Wikipedia page Shoutout to the Earth model creds: Link to the Sketchfab page

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?
Yes. Hercules/Atlas holding up the sky is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?
The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by IJsklontje.
Who made this model?
Designed by IJsklontje, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
Can I print this at home?
Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.

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