This precise 3D-printed reproduction faithfully captures the Torso of Venus, a Roman marble sculpture fragment dating to the 1st–2nd century CE. The piece depicts the upper body and partial lower body of the goddess Venus (Greek Aphrodite), presented in the characteristic contrapposto pose with weight shifted to the right leg, creating a subtle S-curve through the hips and torso. It is modeled after Praxiteles’s groundbreaking Aphrodite of Knidos (ca. 350 BCE), one of the earliest large-scale fully nude female statues in classical Greek art. The torso preserves the soft, lifelike modeling of the abdomen, breasts, and hips, along with traces of the original modest gesture and drapery attachment points. The head, arms, and most of the legs are absent, as in the original fragment.
Dimensions of the original: height 64.2 cm (25 1/4 in). This replica is produced using high-resolution 3D printing and post-processing techniques to achieve a smooth, accurate surface finish that respects the refined idealism and sensuality of the classical form.
Available Materials
– White Nylon — Polished finish for a smooth tactile surface; the most economical option.
– Black Nylon — Post-print treated with Color Touch finish for enhanced resistance to scratching, rubbing, and external conditions; provides uniform, stable color across production batches and excellent surface consistency.
– Bronze — Cast using the lost-wax process: a 3D-printed wax master is encased in a plaster mold, liquid metal is injected, and the wax is drained. Yields a solid, elegant metal object with classical patina potential.
– Gold Plated Brass — Brass base with applied gold plating for a luxurious, warm-toned finish.
– White Rhodium Plated Brass — Brass base with white rhodium plating for a bright, silver-like sheen and enhanced corrosion resistance.
Production Note
Objects exceeding the maximum dimensions allowable in the chosen material are reproduced at a reduced scale compared to the original. In such cases, internal hollowing may be applied to reduce material usage and cost while maintaining structural integrity and external fidelity.
