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The Labors of Hercules: Hercules Killing the Lernean Hydra

Hans Sebald Beham

Cleveland Museum of Art

Black and white engraving of two nude male figures and a many-headed snake. The figure on the left is holding a club over his head and appears to have just severed one of the snake's heads. The figure on the right is holding a torch and leaning forward. The snake has six heads and its body resembles a dog's. The scene is in a wooded area. The image includes text at the top.

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1263 × 874 px
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