Venus Genetrix
Source: MyMiniFactory by Scan The World
The Venus Genetrix is a free printable 3D model from MyMiniFactory by Scan The World. The sculptural type of Venus Genetrix shows the Roman goddess Venus in her aspect of Genetrix (mother), as she was honoured by the Julio-Claudian dynasty of Rome, who followed. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
The sculptural type of Venus Genetrix shows the Roman goddess Venus in her aspect of Genetrix (mother), as she was honoured by the Julio-Claudian dynasty of Rome, who followed the precedent of Julius Caesar in claiming her as their ancestor. Through this historical chance, a Roman designation is applied to an iconological type of Aphrodite that originated among the Greeks.On the night before the decisive battle of Pharsalus (48 BC), Julius Caesar vowed to dedicate a temple at Rome to Venus, supposed ancestor of his gens. In fulfilment of his vow he erected a temple of Venus Genetrix in the new forum he constructed. Contemporary references identify the cult statue in the temple as by a certain Greek sculptor, Arkesilaos.Two types, represented in many Roman examples in marble, bronze, and te…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Venus Genetrix is free to download from MyMiniFactory. Click the "Download free STL" button above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by MyMiniFactory, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by Scan The World.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by Scan The World, published on MyMiniFactory. 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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