Hercules en de Kretenzische stier, op de rug gezien 1792

This 1792 drawing by Cornelis van Heurn depicts the Greek hero Hercules subduing the Cretan bull. The drawing is executed in a realistic style, with the artist paying careful attention to the anatomical details of the figures. The subject matter is taken from Greek mythology, and the scene is rendered with drama and intensity. The drawing is a fine example of van Heurn's skill as a draughtsman, and it is a testament to the enduring power of classical mythology. The work is a black and white drawing, or a pen and ink drawing, in a Neoclassical style that was very popular in the 18th and 19th centuries.