Frieze Slab from the Ionic Temple on the Ilissos in Athens [3]

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Athens (Greece), acquired in Venice in 1872Marble, 425 - 400 BC The three fragments of the frieze show standing and sitting men on travelling sacks as well as a scene of a rape of women. The scenes of the frieze, to which parts in Vienna and Athens also belong, are interpreted as illustrations from the Pelasgian legend, thus alluding to Greek prehistoric times.  The two other fragments from the same group can be downloaded here and here. This object is part of "Scan The World". Scan the World is a non-profit initiative introduced by MyMiniFactory, through which we are creating a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks and landmarks from across the globe for the public to access for free. Scan the World is an open source, community effort, if you have interesting items around you and would like to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to find out how you can help.