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Hercules and Antaeus

Gabriel Salmon

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two intertwined figures in an embrace with a city and mountainous landscape in the background. The image depicts two muscular figures in a dynamic pose in front of a large tree, with a city and mountains in the distance. At their feet lie a shield and sword, reinforcing the impression of a combat scene. The style of the drawing suggests close attention to anatomical details and a sense of drama through the expressions and positions of the figures.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1528
Medium
woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
3320 × 4394 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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