This meticulously crafted 3D-printed Museum Replica reproduces a Sasanian silver-gilt dish from the 5th to 6th century CE (400–600 CE), originally from the Sasanian Empire (224–651 CE). The dish, measuring 4.6 x 20.8 cm (1 13/16 x 8 3/16 in.) in its original form, depicts a royal lion hunt, symbolizing the king’s divine authority and prowess in Zoroastrian cosmology. The scene features a king, likely Hormizd II (303–309 CE), on horseback wielding a bow against lions, adorned with a distinctive eagle-shaped crown and jeweled korymbos. The replica captures the intricate details of the horse’s trappings, the king’s regalia, and the dynamic composition, reflecting the technical and aesthetic sophistication of Sasanian metalwork.
Material Options for the Dish with King Hormizd II:
– Black Nylon: Treated with a Color Touch finish for enhanced durability, scratch resistance, and consistent color across batches. The surface offers a uniform, high-quality black finish suitable for display under various conditions.
– White Nylon: Polished for a smooth tactile finish, this cost-effective option provides a clean, minimalist appearance while maintaining the dish’s detailed relief.
– Bronze: Crafted via metal casting, where a wax master model is replaced with molten bronze in a plaster mold, yielding a robust, elegant finish with a warm, timeless hue.
– Brass: Produced through metal casting, brass offers a refined, golden-toned surface, replicating the luxurious aesthetic of the original gilt dish.
– Gold-Plated Brass: Brass base with a gold plating, this option enhances the dish’s regal appearance, closely mimicking the original’s silver-gilt splendor.
– White Rhodium-Plated Brass: Brass with a white rhodium plating, delivering a sleek, silvery finish that echoes the original silver material.
More about the materials: https://www.sculpteo.com/en/materials/
Production Note: Due to size constraints in the 3D printing and metal casting processes, replicas exceeding the production capacity for specific materials are scaled down proportionally from the original dimensions of 4.6 x 20.8 cm (1 13/16 x 8 3/16 in.).
