This 3D-printed replica reproduces a Roman marble relief showing Asclepius and Hygieia in a composed scene of healing, ritual, and divine presence. Asclepius, the god of medicine, is shown seated with his hand resting on the serpent that accompanies him, while Hygieia stands before him preparing a libation. The composition reflects ancient ideas of health not only as cure, but as balance, order, and the sustaining power of divine care. Although the original relief was made in the Roman Imperial period, probably around 100–200 CE, it was deliberately created in an archaizing style that looks back to Classical Greek art.
The replica preserves the essential structure of the original relief, including its calm arrangement of figures, shallow depth, and clear ritual character. It is based on an object associated with Italy and today preserved in the Rijksmuseum van Oudheden, where it forms part of the museum’s Mediterranean collection.
Available materials:
White Nylon
A polished nylon material with a smoother surface and a clean, matte appearance. This is the most economical option and offers a clear and accessible rendering of the relief’s form.
Black Nylon
A durable nylon material finished with a Color Touch treatment. This gives the surface a uniform black colour with good resistance to scratching and rubbing, as well as strong consistency across production batches.
Please note that objects too large for the production process in a given material may be produced at a reduced scale compared to the original.
