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Lycus (marble) (detail of 143022)
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Lycus (marble) (detail of 143022)
471840 Lycus (marble) (detail of 143022) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Galleria Nazionale d Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Rome, Lazio, Italy; (add.info.: detail of Hercules and Lycus, depicting Lycus in agony, held by the hair in the grip of Hercules fist; )
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7 Deadly Sins Agony Ancient Greek Anger Angry Fist Furor Fury Grimace Heracles Herakles Hercules Pain Rage Retribution Seven Deadly Sins
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail of the marble sculpture "Lycus" by Antonio Canova. Located in the Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea in Rome, Italy, this masterpiece depicts a powerful moment from ancient Greek mythology. The focus of the image is on Lycus, who finds himself in agonizing pain and despair. Held firmly by his hair within Hercules' mighty fist, Lycus's expression reveals his torment and fear. The artist skillfully captures every nuance of emotion - from anger to fury to grimace - as Lycus experiences retribution for his actions. Hercules, known for his heroic strength and determination, embodies justice as he delivers punishment upon Lycus. This portrayal symbolizes the consequences that await those who succumb to their own vices and commit acts that go against moral principles. The intricate details of this sculpture are brought to life through this high-quality print by Bridgeman Images. It allows viewers to appreciate Canova's mastery in capturing human emotions with precision and realism. As we gaze at this remarkable artwork, we can't help but be drawn into the narrative it portrays - reminding us of the power of mythological tales and their ability to convey timeless lessons about human nature and its consequences when driven by anger or other deadly sins.
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