Antaeus Collection

Antaeus Defeated
Antaeus is a mighty wrestler, but he draws his strength from the Earth, and when he opposes Herakless entry into Africa, he is defeated by being lifted off the ground

Giant sphinx moth, Cocytius antaeus (Jatropha sphinx, Sphinx jatrophae). Illustration drawn
FLO4681411 Giant sphinx moth, Cocytius antaeus (Jatropha sphinx, Sphinx jatrophae). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Hercules stifles Ante who opposes his passage in Africa -Hercules overcoming Antaeus who opposes his passage into
FLO4607780 Hercules stifles Ante who opposes his passage in Africa -Hercules overcoming Antaeus who opposes his passage into Africa. Copperplate engraving by W

Giant sphinx moth, Cocytius antaeus, caterpillar and pupa (Annona sphinx, Sphinx annonae)
FLO4683432 Giant sphinx moth, Cocytius antaeus, caterpillar and pupa (Annona sphinx, Sphinx annonae). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Giant sphinx moth, Cocytius antaeus (Annona sphinx, Sphinx annonae). Illustration drawn
FLO4683436 Giant sphinx moth, Cocytius antaeus (Annona sphinx, Sphinx annonae). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Heracles and Antaeus, c.1690. Creator: De Ferrari, Gregorio (1647-1726)
Heracles and Antaeus, c.1690. Found in the Collection of the Galleria Nazionale di Palazzo Spinola, Genova

Hercules and Antaeus, 1610. Creator: Lucas Kilian
Hercules and Antaeus, 1610

Hercules defeats Antaeus, 1563. Creators: Cornelis Cort, Hieronymus Cock
Hercules defeats Antaeus, 1563. Series: The Labours of Hercules, plate 9

Hercules and Antaeus, after 1507. Creator: Giovanni Antonio da Brescia
Hercules and Antaeus, after 1507

Esquisse pour le salon de la Paix de l'Hôtel de Ville de Paris : Hercule étouffant... c.1852-1854
Esquisse pour le salon de la Paix de l'Hotel de Ville de Paris : Hercule etouffant Antee, between 1852 and 1854

The Labors of Hercules: Hercules and Antaeus, c. 1528. Creator: Gabriel Salmon
The Labors of Hercules: Hercules and Antaeus, c. 1528

Hercules and Antaeus Design for a Fountain, n.d. Creator: Martin Desjardins
Hercules and Antaeus Design for a Fountain, n.d

Hercules and Antaeus, n.d. Creator: Unknown
Hercules and Antaeus, n.d

Hercules and Antheus; drawing by the School of Andrea Mantegna, in the Gabinetto dei Disegni e delle Stampe, Uffizi Gallery, Florence Florence Uffizi Gallery

Detail of Hercules provoking Anteus of the fountain in Villa Medicea of Castello. Sculpted group done by Bartolomeo Ammannati

The Fountain of Hercules and Anteus at Villa Medici di Castello. Designed by Tribolo and built by Ammanati and his assistants. Florence

Hercules overcoming Antaeus. Drawing by Andrea Mantegna, in the British Museum in London Great Britain London, British Museum Drawing Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Black-figure Attic vase depicting the battle between Hercules and Antheus, in the G.A. Sanna National Museum in Sassari Sassari G.A

Hercules and Antaeus, drawing by Luca Cambiaso, in the Gabinetto dei Disegni e Stampe, of the Uffizi, Florence Florence Uffizi Drawing High Renaissance, Renaissance

Statue representing Hercules and Antes by Vincenzo de Rossi, now preserved in the Salone dei Cinquecento in Palazzo Vecchio, Florence

The Fontain of Hercules and Anteus, in the park of the Villa Medicea in Castello Sesto Fiorentino Castello, Villa Medicea, park Fountain Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Hercules and Antaeus, bronze statuette by Giambologna, in the Museo degli Argenti, Florence Florence Palazzo Pitti, Museo degli Argenti Bronze Statuette High Renaissance, Renaissance

The so-called "Crater of Anteus", chalice with red figures, work of painter Euphronios with a wrestling scene between Hercules and Anteus; The work is preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris

Group of Hercules and Anteo conserved in the courtyard of the Palazzo Pitti in Florence Florence Palazzo Pitti, courtyard Sculptural Group Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization

Fountain of Hercules and Antaeus, Villa Medicea di Castello, Florence Florence Villa Medicea di Castello Fountain Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Hercules, grasping Antaeus at the waist with both arms and lifting him off his fe... ca. 1500-1550
Hercules, grasping Antaeus at the waist with both arms and lifting him off his feet, in background at right the ruins of a temple

Hercules holding Antaeus by the waist and lifting him off his feet, ca. 1520-22 Creator: Marcantonio Raimondi
Hercules holding Antaeus by the waist and lifting him off his feet, ca. 1520-22

Hercules and Antaeus, 1600 / 25. Creator: Unknown
Hercules and Antaeus, 1600/25

The Divine Comedy, by Dante: The Giant Antaeus
3779869 The Divine Comedy, by Dante: The Giant Antaeus. by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The Divine Comedy, by Dante: The Giant Antaeus stoops down and lifts up Dante and Virgil)

Giant sphinx moth, Cocytius antaeus (Annona sphinx, Sphinx annonae). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Giant sphinx, Cocytius antaeus (Jatropha sphinx, Sphinx jatrophae), caterpillar and pupa. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Giant sphinx and twin-spotted sphinx moths
Giant sphinx moth, Cocytius antaeus Sphinx antaeus 1, and twin-spotted sphinx, Smerinthus jamaicensis 2, 3. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

The Divine Comedy, by Dante: engraving by Gustave Dore
3753480 The Divine Comedy, by Dante: engraving by Gustave Dore. by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The Divine Comedy, by Dante with engraving by Gustave Dore)

The Pygmy shouted into Antaeus ear that another giant was coming (litho)
6027570 The Pygmy shouted into Antaeus ear that another giant was coming (litho) by Richardson, Frederick (1862-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Pygmies: "Who are you, I say? Roared Antaeus again
1192547 The Pygmies: " Who are you, I say? Roared Antaeus again. " What is your name?" by Soper, George (1870-1942); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hercules and Antaeus (engraving)
1099278 Hercules and Antaeus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hercules and Antaeus)

Hercules and Anthaeus, 1550. Creator: Heinrich Aldegrever
Hercules and Anthaeus, 1550

Hercules and Antaeus, ca. 1497. Creator: Unknown
Hercules and Antaeus, ca. 1497

Hercules and Antaeus, ca. 1517-18. Creator: Ugo da Carpi
Hercules and Antaeus, ca. 1517-18

Hercules and Antaeus, dated 1533. dated 1533. Creator: Agostino Veneziano
Hercules and Antaeus, dated 1533

Hercules and Antaeus, 1852. 1852. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
Hercules and Antaeus, 1852

The Modern Antaeus, 1833. Creator: John Doyle
The Modern Antaeus, 1833. John Wilson Croker; Prime Minister Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey as Antaeus from Greek mythology, standing on the word Reform ; Henry Pelham Pelham-Clinton

Yet in the abyss, that Lucifer with Judas low ingulfs, lightly he placed us, c1890. Antaeus the giant lowers Dante and the Roman poet Virgil to the final level of Hell

Hercules Wrestling with Antaeus, 1925. According to Greek Mythology, Antaeus was a giant, the son of Poseidon and Gaia. He would challenge passers-by to a wrestling match

Hercules Antaeus
Hercules and Antaeus

Hercules Antaeus 1400s School Andrea Mantegna
Hercules and Antaeus, 1400s. School of Andrea Mantegna (Italian, 1431-1506). Engraving

Hercules And Antaeus. Medallion On The Horse-Armour Of Christian Ii, Elector Of Saxony, Made By Kollman Of Augsburg. 16Th Or 17Th Century

Hercules overcomes Antaeus, who opposes his Passage into Africa, 1775. Artist: W Walker
Hercules overcomes Antaeus, who opposes his Passage into Africa, 1775. A plate from The Copper-Plate Magazine or A Monthly Treasure, London, 1775

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"Antaeus: The Mythical Giant Conquered by Hercules and Immortalized in Art" In the world of Greek mythology, Antaeus was a formidable giant who met his match in the mighty demigod Hercules. Depicted in various artworks throughout history, this epic battle between strength and power has captivated audiences for centuries. One such artwork is "Antaeus Defeated, " a stunning piece created by Marcantonio Raimondi around 1500-1550. In it, we see Hercules gripping Antaeus at the waist, effortlessly lifting him off his feet. This portrayal showcases the immense strength possessed by both characters. Another masterpiece by Raimondi from ca. 1520-22 titled "Hercules holding Antaeus" further emphasizes Hercules' dominance over the giant as he lifts him with ease. The artist's attention to detail brings this legendary encounter to life, leaving viewers in awe of their sheer physical prowess. Moving forward to 1600/25, an unknown creator presents us with "Hercules and Antaeus. " Although anonymous, this work continues to capture our imagination as it depicts yet another interpretation of their clash. Each brushstroke tells a story of struggle and triumph that resonates even today. It also found himself immortalized within literature like Dante's Divine Comedy where he appears as a colossal figure. Gustave Dore's engraving beautifully captures this momentous scene from Dante's epic poem, showcasing the grandeur and significance within literary realms. Beyond art and literature lies nature itself - Cocytius antaeus or Giant Sphinx Moth - named after our mythical giant due to its impressive size and beauty. Just like its namesake, this majestic creature commands attention wherever it goes. The Pygmies too had their encounters with Antaeus as depicted in lithographs where they shouted into his ear warning him of another approaching giant.