Photo Credit: 3D Systems
A favorite perk of living in England was access to some of the greatest landmarks on earth. One such treasure was a mere 20-minute train ride away. Kew Gardens in Richmond is home to the Great Pagoda
“commissioned in 1761 during the reign of King George III... the striking 163-foot structure with its ornate and highly fashionable Chinoiserie style”
Atop its magnificent roof once stood 80 fierce wooden dragons that were removed, but not forgotten, in a 1761 renovation. Now they are being lovingly recreated by the magic of 3D scanning, reverse engineering and 3D printing - hopefully before our next "trip across the pond."