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The Statue that Came to Life: The Strange Sculptor Pygmalion, a legendary figure from Cyprus, was both a king and a sculptor. Disappointed with the moral values of local women, he lost all interest in them and vowed never to waste any moment of his life with them. He dedicated himself to his work and soon created Galatea, a beautiful statue of a woman, out of ivory. Ironically, the greatest achievement of his life was this statue of a woman. Perhaps he sought to correct in marble the flaws he saw in real women. Connecting to You What is your favorite Greek or Roman myth? Pygmalion and Galatea The myth of Pygmalion and Galatea is probably one of the best- known stories in Greek mythology. It is also one of the most influential and inspiring ancient Greek myths, and became the main theme for theatrical plays, movies, and artistic paintings. More info. What caused Pygmalion to make the statue of Galatea? Q1 statue sculptor legendary vow ivory ironically marble flaw New Word s Pygmalion and Galatea , Etienne-Maurice Falconet (French, 1716-1791, Sculptor) 1763 marble Read On 1 The Statue that Came to Life 16 Lesson 1