08 April - Venus de Milo an ancient Greek statue was discovered on the Aegean island in 1820

 

The Venus de Milo, also known as the Aphrodite of Milos, an ancient Greek statue celebrated for its beauty and elegance. However, it was not created in 101 BC.

 The statue was discovered on 08 April 1820 by a Greek peasant named Yorgos Kentrotas, who found it buried within the ruins of an ancient city on the island. The statue was missing its arms when it was unearthed, which has led to much speculation about its original pose and purpose.

After its discovery, the Venus de Milo was acquired by the French ambassador to the Ottoman Empire, who subsequently presented it to King Louis XVIII of France. It was eventually donated to the Louvre Museum in Paris, where it remains one of the museum's most iconic and cherished works of art.

The Venus de Milo is celebrated for its graceful depiction of the goddess Aphrodite (Venus in Roman mythology) and its masterful craftsmanship, particularly in its drapery and anatomy. Despite missing its arms, the statue continues to captivate viewers with its timeless beauty and enigmatic expression, making it one of the most famous sculptures in the world.