The Fight with the Nemean Lion, from The Labors of Hercules 1550

Heinrich Aldegrever's "The Fight with the Nemean Lion" from "The Labors of Hercules" (1550) is a detailed engraving that depicts the Greek hero Hercules battling the monstrous Nemean Lion. The scene is set in a wooded landscape, with Hercules depicted as a powerful, muscular figure struggling with the beast. Aldegrever skillfully captures the drama of the moment through intricate details and expressive lines, creating a captivating scene that highlights the strength and determination of Hercules. This work, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection, exemplifies Aldegrever's mastery of printmaking and his fascination with classical mythology.