Tag Archives: greek mythology statue

1. Introduction of Hercules and Cerberus Sculpture The bronze sculpture depicts the heroic moment of a hero conquering the beast of Hell. In the Hercules and Cerberus Sculpture, hercules’ muscles are taut, his body powerful, his legs firmly planted on the ground, and his body leaning slightly forward, imbued with a sense of powerful movement. […]

1. Introduction of Statue of Herakles The Ancient Statue of Hercules, “Hercules Delivering the Erymanthian Boar to Eurystheus” is a classic masterpiece by French Baroque artist François Lespingola. Based on one of the Twelve Labors of Heracles in Greek mythology, it depicts the hero, after completing the fourth of these labors, presenting a ferocious boar […]

1. Introduction of Hercules and Nessus Sculpture The bronze sculpture “Hercules and Nessus” is inspired by the famous story of Heracles punishing the Centaur Nessus in ancient Greek mythology. According to legend, Nessus attempted to abduct Heracles’ wife, Dianeira, but was ultimately killed by the hero with a poisoned arrow. Cast in bronze with an […]

1. Introduction of Hercules and Antaeus Sculpture This Bronze Hercules Sculpture depicts the fierce battle between Hercules and the giant Antaeus from ancient Greek mythology. Antaeus, son of the earth goddess Gaia, gained immense strength simply by touching the ground. Hercules, upon discovering this secret while wrestling with him, lifted him aloft, rendering him powerless […]

1. Introduction of Farnese Hercules Replica Lysippos (c. 390–300 BC) was a renowned sculptor of Ancient Greece, known as Alexander the Great’s personal sculptor. Known for his idealized human proportions and dynamic poses, he was a key figure in the transition from Late Antiquity to Hellenistic art. Lysippos reformed traditional sculptural proportions, creating figures with […]

1. Introduction of Ancient Statue of Hercules This bronze sculpture is a replica of the famous Farnese Hercules. The original was unearthed at the Baths of Caracalla in Rome, Italy, and is now housed in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples. This Ancient Statue of Hercules depicts the hero Hercules in a resting position after […]

1. Introduction of Hercules Torso Statue The Torso of Hercules Statue is a sculpture depicting the ancient Greek hero Heracles. The extant portion consists of the torso from the chest to the thigh. Cast in bronze, the Hercules Torso Statue has a deep, dark, glossy finish and a rich, heavy texture. Hercules’s powerful pectoral muscles, […]

1. Introduction of Greek Warrior Sculpture This sculpture, crafted from bronze and depicting a classical Greek warrior, features harmonious proportions and flowing lines, showcasing a perfect fusion of strength and rationality. The figure in the Greek Warrior Sculpture wearing a Greek helmet, bears a calm and resolute expression, with muscular lines in the neck and […]

1. Introduction of Borghese Gladiator Sculpture This sculpture is a replica of the Borghese Gladiator, a masterpiece of ancient Greek art. The original Borghese Gladiator Sculpture, created by the sculptor Agasias of Ephesus and now housed in the Louvre, depicts the warrior in a highly dynamic pose before striking. The figure’s left arm is raised, […]

1. Introduction of Barberini Faun Statue Satyrs, originating in ancient Greek and Roman mythology, were followers of Dionysus, the god of wine. They symbolized nature, desire, and sensual freedom. They were often depicted as half-human, half-beast figures with goat ears and tails, characterized by uninhibited personalities and a love of music, wine, and dance. In […]