Hercules and Antaeus

Style of Giambologna Netherlandish

16th century

Not on view

This terracotta statuette is closely related to a group designed by Giovanni Bologna, and known today through several versions in bronze, much smaller in size. Two variants of the composition, one in terracotta and one in plaster, are also known.

Artwork Details

Overview

Provenance

Title: Hercules and Antaeus
Artist: Style of Giambologna (Netherlandish, Douai 1529–1608 Florence)
Date: 16th century
Culture: Italian, Florence
Medium: Terracotta
Dimensions: Height: 35 1/2 in. (90.2 cm)
Classification: Sculpture
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1913
Object Number: 13.149.7
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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