Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Marcus Aurelius is free to download from MyMiniFactory. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from MyMiniFactory" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by MyMiniFactory. Use the "Download from MyMiniFactory" link on this page to open the original listing and grab the file, or save it to your print queue in the free Thinger app.

Designed by University of Leeds Cultural Collections & Galleries, published on MyMiniFactory. Please credit the creator when sharing your print.

Can I print this at home?

Yes. This is a printable 3D model intended for home FDM and resin printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings.

Marcus Aurelius

Source: MyMiniFactory by University of Leeds Cultural Collections & Galleries

The Marcus Aurelius is a free printable 3D model from MyMiniFactory by University of Leeds Cultural Collections & Galleries. Recorded as a bust of Cicero when it entered the collection, this finely carved bust portrays Marcus Aurelius as a young boy, long before his reign as Roman emperor. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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About this model

Recorded as a bust of Cicero when it entered the collection, this finely carved bust portrays Marcus Aurelius as a young boy, long before his reign as Roman emperor. The elaborate curls and draped cloak reflect the refined style of imperial portraiture. Such youthful depictions were often commissioned to affirm dynastic continuity and imperial virtues. Marcus Aurelius would later become renowned for his Stoic writings, but this image captures him at the threshold of power, embodying Rome’s ideals of nobility and learning. The portrait was presented to the University by Mr B Wilson in 1920, along with the bust of Augustus. It had cost £20, including carriage from Rome. By 1937 it was in an office store. Its provenance and modest price suggest it may have been made for the Grand Tour market,…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Marcus Aurelius is free to download from MyMiniFactory. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from MyMiniFactory" link 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 University of Leeds Cultural Collections & Galleries.
Who made this model?: Designed by University of Leeds Cultural Collections & Galleries, 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.