Herkules trägt die Säulen nach der Enge von Gades 1550

This is a 16th century drawing by Heinrich Aldegrever, titled *Herkules trägt die Säulen nach der Enge von Gades*. It depicts the Greek hero Hercules, who is shown carrying two large pillars. The pillars are likely referencing the Pillars of Hercules, which were two mountains that marked the entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar in ancient Greek mythology. The drawing is a fine example of Aldegrever's skill in depicting human anatomy and movement. The drawing was likely made for the artist's own study, and is a fine example of the artist's interest in classical mythology.