This 3D reproduction of the Dancing Faun of Pompeiiis made of PLA and printed with an additive technique.

The statuette is a replica of the sculpture discovered in Pompeii among the ruins of the famous House of the Faun. The Roman version is a copy of the Greek original from the 2nd century BC. 

The original work is exhibited at the Archaeological Museum of Naples.

Characteristics 

• Material: PLA polylactic acid (natural and 100% renewable bioplastic)
• Dimensions of the figurine: 40 x 17 x 15 cm (15.74 x 6.70 x 5.90 inches)
• Weight: 250 gr
• Color: Black
• Produced in Italy

Historical Curiosities 

The sculpture of the "Dancing Faun" dates back to the Hellenistic period and probably represents a satyr or faun, a Greek mythological figure linked to woods and wine, often associated with Dionysus.

The faun is symbol of freedom, connection with nature and joy of living, themes particularly felt in Greco-Roman culture. The placement of the statue in the House of the Faun, an important Pompeian residence, suggests that the owners wished to represent their high culture and their love of art and mythology.

The discovery of the statue during the excavations revealed much about the habits and aesthetic tastes of the Pompeian nobility. Furthermore, the figure of the dancing faun has become an icon, representing the taste for luxury and refined art in Ancient Rome.