The Venus de Milo is one of the most famous examples of ancient Greek sculpture, created sometime between 130 and 100 BC. Discovered on the island of Milos in 1820, it depicts Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love (known as Venus to the Romans). The statue is renowned for its 'S-curve' composition and realistic drapery. The most enduring mystery, however, is the position of her missing arms. Scholars have proposed many theories: some believe she was holding an apple (a symbol of Milos), while others suggest she was holding a shield or spinning wool. Despite her missing limbs, she remains a universal symbol of feminine beauty and grace. The statue is housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris and continues to inspire artists and historians worldwide.