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Hercules and Antaeus

Paduan 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts two nude male figures. One man is being lifted completely off the ground by the other, with his body arched backward and one leg raised while his arms are extended outward. The other man is standing on the ground using both arms to support the lifted figure. The heel of one of his feet is lifted off the ground, putting the weight on his toes. Both men have muscular bodies and curly hair. The standing man has a beard. The sculpture is made of a dark brown material, and is mounted on a solid, rectangular base with curved corners.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1525
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
9731 × 13623 px
Public Domain
Yes
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