The Infant Hercules Strangling Two Serpents [reverse] 1845

This 1845 bronze medal by Alfred Joseph Stothard depicts the mythological scene of the "Infant Hercules Strangling Two Serpents." The medal, a circular relief sculpture, showcases the strength and courage of the infant Hercules, a symbol of power and overcoming obstacles, as he struggles against the snakes sent to kill him. The inscription "Art Union of London" on the medal, alongside the date 1845, suggests this was a commissioned work for a society that promoted the arts, highlighting the importance of classical mythology in Victorian art.