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Hercules and Antaeus Design for a Fountain, n.d. Creator: Martin Desjardins
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Hercules and Antaeus Design for a Fountain, n.d. Creator: Martin Desjardins
Hercules and Antaeus Design for a Fountain, n.d
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Antaeus Fountain Fountains Heracles Herakles Hercules Lion Sepia Wrestling
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This print depicts the legendary battle between Hercules and Antaeus, a giant from Greek mythology. Created by the renowned Dutch artist Martin Desjardins (also known as Martin van den Bogaert or Martin Desjardins dit Vanden Bogaert) in the 17th century, this masterpiece is a testament to the artistic brilliance of the Baroque era. Hercules, the powerful demigod, is shown standing triumphantly over Antaeus, who is depicted as a muscular, nude man with the body of a lion from the waist down. Antaeus, who gained his strength by touching the earth, is known to have challenged Hercules to a wrestling match, believing that his earth-born power would ensure victory. However, Hercules cleverly lifted him above his head, breaking the contact with the ground and thus defeating him. Desjardins masterfully captures the raw power and emotion of the scene using pen and black ink and brush, with gray wash on cream wove paper laid down on ivory laid paper. The intricate details of the muscular forms and the textured fur of the lion-like Antaeus are brought to life, making this print a true work of art. The print is a valuable addition to any art collection, museum, or gallery, showcasing the rich heritage of European art and the enduring influence of Greek mythology. This masterpiece, with its timeless story and stunning execution, is sure to captivate viewers for generations to come.
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