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1. Introduction of Hercules and Diomedes Sculpture This sculpture draws inspiration from Heracles’ Eighth Labor in ancient Greek mythology: subduing the tyrannical Thracian King Diomedes. The Hercules and Diomedes Sculpture vividly depicts Heracles lifting Diomedes, inverting him, and preparing to throw him, symbolizing the triumph of justice over brutality and chaos. Hercules’ muscular figure, taut […]

1. Introduction of Hercules and Diomedes Wrestling Statue The Hercules and Diomedes Wrestling Sculpture is based on the Eighth Labor of Heracles in ancient Greek mythology. According to legend, King Diomedes of Thrace was cruel and bloodthirsty, feeding strangers to his horses. Hercules was ordered to punish him, ultimately lifting and throwing him to the […]

1. Introduction of Hercules Diomedes Wrestling Statue Hercules and Diomedes is a classic story in ancient Greek mythology. Hercules, son of Zeus, is renowned for his Twelve Labours, one of which was his victory over the tyrannical King Diomedes of Thrace. Diomedes raised man-eating horses, and Hercules was ordered to retrieve them during his eighth […]