Antique Hercules

At the center of the composition (marked A) is a bearded male figure, stout and powerful, possibly representing the protective Egyptian deity Bes, though the pose and garment may als...

The body is of ovoid form with doré bronze Hercules mask mounts and doré bronze swirling S-style handles.

The pillars refer to the club of Hercules and stand for strength and the unknown.

The ormolu handles present prepossessing maidens holding up each handle with vine-like tails extending from their feet. Hercules masks are decorated at the end of each spout located...

The pillars refer to the club of Hercules and Stand for strength and the unknown. Towards the end of the 18th century and the start of the Louis XV style, the pillars took on a less ...

He endured this torment until he was eventually freed by the hero Hercules.

A very fine and mpressive life-size Italian, early 20th century marble bust of a Greco Roman Warrior, probably Hercules, after the antique. The large beautifully carved and decorated...

18th century French Louis XIV fireback with two pillars of Hercules and a Saint Andrew's cross. The pillar refers to the club of Hercules, his favourite weapon.

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, Guido Reni and T...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

The cameo to the left shows the young Hercules with his club. The cameo to the right shows an unidentified female bust.

Attributed to Johann Friedrich Eberlein, circa 1741. One of Hercules, Diana, Minerva, two Juno and one bacchanalian figure.

Above are beautiful pierced foliate scrolled movements centering the impressive and finely detailed Hercules with his club on his shoulder and lions on a leash.

The fireback is furthermore decorated with two pillars of Hercules. The pillars refer to the club of Hercules and stand for strength and the unknown.

17th-18th century French Louis XIV fireback with an unknown coat of arms and two pillars of Hercules. The pillars of Hercules stand for strength and the unknown.

According to legend, the centaur Nessus tried to abduct Hercules' wife, Deianira, after offering her a ride across a turbulent river.

Milo's theme was the school's official theme for the medallion competition of 1819, where Barye earned an honorable mention. c. 1820 Barye sculpted Hercules with the Erymanthean Boar...

The finely chased and cast Hercules herms of high quality, the bearded head with curly hair, his physical strength almost visible in the chiselled face, the lion skin hold together b...

17th century French Louis XIII fireback with a coat of arms and two pillars of Hercules. The pillars refer to the club of Hercules and symbolize strength.

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Each has a vert maurin marble top above a cupboard door applied with large oval gilt-bronze medallions depicting Hercules and Orpheus, opening to an interior fitted with an adjustabl...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Side glazed viewing apertures to view the eight day movement, the cresting surmounted by a regal finial supported by three goats hooves. An ormolu mount of Hercules holding his club ...

The lock, also made of brass, features the iconic two columns of Hercules, symbolizing strength and durability. The lion mascarons add a touch of majesty to this already impressive p...

Paeon used a peony root to heal Pluto, the god of the underworld, after being wounded by Hercules. As a result, Asclepius became jealous of his student's abilities and threatened to ...

Each andiron is raised by three handsome paw feet and stunning richly chased griffins flanking the mask of Hercules. At the center are finely detailed handsome bearded men draped in ...

19th century Gorham sterling silver figural tea urn. It's Atlas (or Hercules) holding the world. 64 Ounces made in America Hallmark 1873.

A view of the Temple of Hercules Victor (also known as the Temple of Vesta).

Each lamp is raised by a tripod with fine paws holding ormolu ball feet and Hercules wearing lion skin. Charming scenes are depicted amidst richly chased foliate movements and top ra...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...

Jombert, 1755” The plates of this important study were mainly dedicated to anatomical studies, physiognomy and proportions, many taken from works by famous artists such as Raphael, G...