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Hercules Pomarius
From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.
About this work
The sculptor was inspired by a colossal ancient marble known as the Hercules Farnese. Unlike its model, Tetrode’s Hercules radiates aggression and vigilance. He stands with his legs spread, concealing golden apples behind his back– a wedding gift to chief god Jupiter and his wife, Juno, which he had stolen by ruse. Hercules holds his right hand, clutching the club, low behind him, ready to swing.
Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own descriptionSubjects
Credit lineHercules Pomarius. c. 1562 - c. 1580. Willem Danielsz. van Tetrode. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
