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Fontaine d "Hercule et de Antèe. From: Recueil de divers Desseins de Fontaines et de Frises Maritimes (1 of 20 folio sheets)

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Fontaine d "Hercule et de Antèe. From: Recueil de divers Desseins de Fontaines et de Frises Maritimes (1 of 20 folio sheets)

Artistafter Charles le Brun (French, 1619-1680)
Dateabout 1670-1680
Dimensions14 5/16 x 11 3/8 in.
MediumEngraving
ClassificationPrints
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number
1967.128G
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Label TextA stream of water issues from the mouth of Antaeus in this fountain design. In Greek mythology, the giant Antaeus challenged Hercules to a wrestling match. Antaeus, who drew his strength from the Earth, could not be defeated as long as he touched the ground. Hercules held him aloft until his strength was destroyed.Published ReferencesSee 1967.128A1Exhibition HistoryTMA, The Dramatic Image: Baroque Prints of the 17th Century, February 25 - July 31, 2011.

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