Hercules and Antaeus
Makerattributed to
Roman Anton Boos
(German, 1733 - 1810)
Additional Title(s)
- Hercules Wrestling with the Giant Antaeus
ClassificationsSCULPTURE
Dateca. 1779-1780
Mediumpear wood
Dimensionsheight including base: 12 1/2 in. (31.8 cm.)
DescriptionThis sculptural group shows Hercules wrestling the giant Antaeus. It is a scene derived from Greek mythology.
Credit LineThe Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens. Gift of the Ernst and Marta Silten-Friedberg Collection
Status
Not on viewObject number2007.17.11
