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The Farnese Hercules, seen from behind [plate 4]

François Perrier

National Gallery of Art

The image features a full body of a muscular figure standing upright with their back and side visible. The person is positioned with their weight on one leg and the opposite leg slightly bent at the knee. The person’s hair appears short and tightly curled, revealing the muscular definition of their neck and upper back. The person is unclothed, allowing for a detailed depiction of their musculature. Their hands are positioned behind the back, with fingers intertwined. Adjacent to the figure, there is a draped fabric or garment hanging, providing texture and contrast to the figure's skin. The background consists of a lined texture.

Artwork Details

Date
1638
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
6366 × 10744 px
Public Domain
Yes
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