Scior Carera, Ancient Roman sculpture at Corso Vittorio Emanuele, Milan, Italy.
Scior Carera is a marble sculpture on Corso Vittorio Emanuele in Milan depicting a male figure dressed in a toga. The figure lacks arms and stands with the right leg positioned slightly forward in classical stance.
The sculpture originates from the 3rd century as a Roman statue, with its head added during the medieval period. It later served as a message carrier during Austrian rule over Milan.
The Latin inscription below the figure warns against criticizing others while being imperfect oneself. This message reflects the moral values that mattered to people of that era.
The sculpture stands beneath the arcades at number 13 Corso Vittorio Emanuele and is easily reached from San Babila metro station nearby. Its central location makes it simple to visit while exploring other parts of the city.
This work belongs to Milan's collection of Parlanti Statues, where citizens posted satirical messages against rulers throughout history. The name itself reflects this tradition of using statues as a voice for criticism.
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