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Hercules Figure

Hercules Figure

Object NameHercules Figure

Date500-100 BCE

MediumBronze

Dimensions5 1/2 x 3 x 1 3/8 in. (14 x 7.6 x 3.5 cm)

ClassificationsDecorative Arts, Metal

Credit LineGift of Ann and Henry Brunnier. In the Ann and Henry Brunnier Collection, Brunnier Art Museum, University Museums, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa.

Object number4.1.2

Status

Not on view

Collections

CultureRoman

Label TextHercules was the name adapted in Roman mythology for the Greek mythological figure Heracles. In Roman mythology, he is the son of immortal Jupiter and mortal Alcmene. He was made to perform twelve heroic tasks and with their completion became an immortal god. Hercules is often compared to the biblical Samson who also possessed super-human strength and succeeded in the completion of many heroic tasks.

Locations

(not entered) Iowa State University, Brunnier Main Storage

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