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Figure Costumed as Hercules

French 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person in a side profile view, wearing intricate attire with a long robe, a helmet-like hat resembling a mythical animal's head, and holding a staff in their left hand. The individual's outfit includes ornate details such as gauntlets and scaled or feathered elements. The background is plain.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1539
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3520 × 5005 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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