Vlakdecoratie: de dood van Hercules 1519 - 1591

"Vlakdecoratie: de dood van Hercules" is an engraving by Flemish artist Gerard de Jode, created between 1519 and 1591. The artwork, housed at the Rijksmuseum, depicts the death of Hercules, engulfed in flames. The scene is framed by an elaborate decorative border filled with mythical creatures like dragons and griffons. The intricate details and the dramatic subject matter are characteristic of de Jode's work, reflecting the fascination with classical mythology during the Renaissance.