Cicero Bust

This item is a replica of a bust of Cicero which is found in the Thorvaldsen Museum in Denmark.

Precision 3D printing using marble colored PLA allows us to accurately reproduce this masterpiece. Available in 5 inch and 8 inch tall varieties, this item is perfect for any history lover who appreciates perhaps Rome's finest politician.

Marcus Tullius Cicero was a Roman statesman, orator, philosopher, and writer, widely regarded as one of the greatest speakers in history. Born in Arpinum, he was from a wealthy equestrian family but was not of noble birth. He pursued a career in law and quickly gained recognition for his eloquence and skill in the courts. His rise in Roman politics was marked by his advocacy for the Republic, his opposition to corruption, and his ability to navigate the complex power struggles of the late Republic. 

Cicero reached the height of his political career in 63 BC when he was elected consul. During his consulship, he famously exposed and suppressed the Catiline Conspiracy, a plot to overthrow the government. His speeches against Catiline, known as the Catilinarian Orations, remain some of the most famous examples of Roman rhetoric.

Cicero’s writings on rhetoric, philosophy, and politics, including De Oratore, De Re Publica, and De Officiis, have had a lasting influence on Western thought. Despite his eloquence and political skill, he was ultimately caught in the power struggles of his time. After opposing Mark Antony following Julius Caesar’s assassination, he was declared an enemy of the state and executed in 43 BC. His legacy endures as a champion of republican ideals and the rule of law.

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