Descrizione

This work is a faithful 3D replica of the plaster cast of the dog of Pompeii created, thanks to the expert knowledge of digital craftsmanship, in PLA and 3D printed using additive technology.

Characteristics
  • Dimensions : 2.17 × 1.97 × 1.97 in (5.5 × 5 × 5 cm)
  • Material: polylactic acid PLA (natural bioplastic produced from 100% renewable resources)
  • Color: purple, red, blue, green
  • Artisan product made in Italy

Historical Curiosities

The plaster cast was made on a dog skeleton during the excavation of the domus of Vesonius Primus in Pompeii in the nineteenth century. The dog retains the collar with which it was tied to a chain, which prevented it from escaping during the eruption of 79 AD.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this dog an original plaster cast?

It is an Italian-made, artisanal 3D-printed PLA replica of the Pompeii dog cast.

What dimensions and colors does the Pompeii dog have?

It measures 2.17 × 1.97 × 1.97 in (5.5 × 5 × 5 cm). The description lists purple, red, blue and green.

Which discovery is the dog model based on?

The reference cast was made during the nineteenth-century excavations of the house of Vesonius Primus in Pompeii. The dog retains the collar that attached it to a chain.