The Archer Maiden statue located in front of the Polish Theatre in Bydgoszcz, created by Ferdinand Lepcke, dates back to 1910 and is now one of the main symbols of Bydgoszcz. Thanks to its 3D digitization, anyone with a 3D printer can now create a faithful replica of the sculpture. This digital preservation also serves as a safeguard for future generations—should the original ever be damaged, accurate documentation exists to recreate it.
A digital model of the sculpture is available on the website of Młyny Rothera, where you can view the monument from every angle and download a file for 3D printing. The resource is free to use, provided it is not for commercial purposes—for example, it cannot be used to produce souvenirs for sale.
The initiative was led by the Metropolia Bydgoska Association in close cooperation with the director of Młyny Rothera, resulting in the creation of a digital representation hosted on the center’s website. As explained by Piotr Cyprys, president of the association, the scanning of the Archer Maiden was sponsored to “carry it into eternity,” ensuring it can always be restored if anything happens to it. The project is part of celebrations marking the 680th anniversary of Bydgoszcz.
Sławomir Czarnecki, director of Młyny Rothera, emphasized the importance of preserving and promoting the city’s heritage as a shared good. He also encouraged further collaboration between organizations, companies, and institutions to continue digitizing other landmarks.
During the press conference, it was suggested that the next monument to undergo digitization should be the Deluge Fountain, which had previously been destroyed and later painstakingly rebuilt.
The scanning process itself was not easy. As explained by Prof. Dariusz Markowski, the statue stands on a high pedestal and is surrounded by vegetation, making access difficult. Achieving a precise model required significant effort, including the use of ladders to reach various parts of the sculpture.
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