Mausoleum at Halicarnassus

PRINTED KIT - CUT, FOLD, GLUE! This model comes unassembled, delivered flat-packed in a large envelope.

What's inside? 6 sturdy A4 size paper sheets with the artwork, cutting and scoring lines printed on. You will need to cut, score, fold and glue the parts in order to assemble the model according to the set-up instructions which come with the kit.

Things which are not included, but you'll need in order to assemble the model: time & patience, a hobby knife, a ruler, a cutting mat or hard surface to work on, white glue (PVA). Some other things might be helpful: a pointed stylus, tweezers and scissors. See what tools we recommend.

This model will require more than one sitting to build it. We advise to pause between different stages as you work, especially when you come to gluing. The white glue softens the paper and it may lead to misshapen parts if you do not allow them to dry well before proceeding further with assembling. Click here to watch our paper model building tips.

Give yourself enough time to enjoy the process and achieve the best result!

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We are committed to dispatching your purchases on time, often ahead of the estimated processing timeframe. However, delivery times mentioned below are estimates only and are not guaranteed due to local postal factors.

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Estimated delivery timelines and rates:

Domestic orders (UK)

Tracked 48: £2.49, delivery aimed in 2–4 business days.
Tracked 24: £3.99, delivery aimed in 1–2 business days.
Special Delivery: £9.95, delivery aimed by 1 PM next business day, excluding the order day.

Orders over £50 ship free via Tracked 48 service.

International orders

Standard & Tracked: 5–15 business days.
Express: 2–4 business days.

Orders over £50 / $68 / C$94 /€58 ship free via Tracked service.

Orders to US

10% import duty added at checkout. Duties are non-refundable. 
Rates from: Standard $6, Tracked $12, Express $40.

Orders to EU

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Rates from: Standard €5, Tracked €8, Express €26.

Orders to rest of the world

Local customs charges may apply and are the recipient’s responsibility.
Rates from: Standard £5, Tracked £10, Express £25.

Delays

Delivery delays are beyond our control. While over 95% of orders arrive within the stated timeframe, delays may occasionally occur, especially during peak periods. If you need your order by a specific date, consider Express shipping.

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The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, an ancient architectural marvel, was a tomb built between 353 and 350 BC in Halicarnassus, present-day Bodrum, Turkey. It was constructed for Mausolus, a satrap in the Persian Empire, and Artemisia II of Caria, his wife and sister. This grandiose structure was so famous that Mausolus's name became the eponym for all stately tombs, through the word "mausoleum."

Designed by the Greek architects Satyros and Pythius of Priene, the Mausoleum was approximately 45 meters (148 feet) in height, making it one of the tallest structures of its time. It was adorned with intricate reliefs and statues created by four famous sculptors - Scopas, Leochares, Timotheus, and Bryaxis. Each sculptor was responsible for one side of the mausoleum.

The Mausoleum's design was a synthesis of Greek, Near Eastern, and Egyptian architectural styles. It stood on a large, rectangular platform and consisted of a massive base topped by a stepped pyramid and a marble quadriga - a four-horse chariot - on the summit, reflecting a blend of Lycian, Greek, and Egyptian architectural influences.

This monumental tomb was considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World for its artistic beauty and architectural ingenuity. It suffered damage due to earthquakes and was eventually dismantled in the Middle Ages. The stones were repurposed for other buildings, and many of the sculptures were taken to the British Museum in London.

Today, only the foundations and a few remnants of the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus remain.