Artist: 19th Century Italian School

Medium: Alabaster

Dimensions:

18 x 18 x 6 inches

Description:

In Greek mythology, the infant Hercules (Heracles) is famously depicted wrestling with snakes sent by the jealous goddess Hera to kill him in his cradle. Despite being just a baby, Hercules displayed his extraordinary strength by strangling the serpents, showcasing his future heroic prowess.

Type of Work: Sculpture

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