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Hercules and the Nemean Lion

Italian 18th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts two muscular male figures and an animal within a circular frame. One of the figures is holding a club, while the other is standing with a confident stance. The animal appears to be in a submissive position on its back between the two men. The piece is crafted from a bronze material. The sculpture's details and the positioning of the figures suggest a sense of dynamic interaction frozen in time, with the figures appearing lifelike and in proportion to one another. The circular setting creates a contained, focused scene that draws attention to the central action.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
bronze//Medium brown patina
Dimensions
3246 × 2870 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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