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1. Introduction of Hercules Roman Statue This sculpture depicts the final scene of Hercules’ life in Greek mythology. After completing the twelve trials, Hercules accepts a robe from his wife, Deianira, only to discover it is a trap set by the centaur Nessus, a deceitful tactic before his death. The robe is tainted with the […]

1. Introduction of Hercules Statue Cerberus The story of Hercules and the three-headed Cerberus comes from ancient Greek mythology. To fulfill his final test, Hercules is ordered to journey to the underworld and capture Cerberus, the three-headed dog that guards the gates of Hell. Cerberus, the gatekeeper of Hades, possesses three canine heads, symbolizing the […]

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 […]