Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Ancient Mali Seated Figure – Middle Niger Sculpture STL is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by Thingiverse. Use the "Download from Thingiverse" 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 Mklsmu, published on Thingiverse. 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.

Ancient Mali Seated Figure – Middle Niger Sculpture STL 3D printable model by Mklsmu

Ancient Mali Seated Figure – Middle Niger Sculpture STL

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The Ancient Mali Seated Figure – Middle Niger Sculpture STL is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by Mklsmu. A printable STL of the Seated Figure, made by a Middle Niger artist in the 13th century. 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 2026-10-20 License: CC-BY-SA · commercial OK Category: Decor & Art

Tags: History, museum, sculpture

About this model

A printable STL of the Seated Figure, made by a Middle Niger artist in the 13th century. The original is a terracotta sculpture from the Inland Niger Delta region of present-day Mali, and comes from the ancient city of Jenne-jeno. It’s over 700 years old and is now part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art collection in New York, where it is on display in Gallery 341. I downloaded the GLB model from The Met and converted it to STL for easier 3D printing. I also cut a few mm off the bottom in the slicer to give it a flat base and make the first layer easier to print. Original artwork: Seated Figure - Middle Niger artist, 13th century, Mali Original size: approx. 25.4 cm tall. 3D model/source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Ancient Mali Seated Figure – Middle Niger Sculpture STL 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 Mklsmu.
Who made this model?: Designed by Mklsmu, 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.