Hercules Slaying the Centaurs 

This Baroque painting by Charles Le Brun depicts the legendary Greek hero Hercules battling a group of Centaurs. Hercules, known for his strength and courage, is shown wrestling with a Centaur while others lie defeated around him. The dramatic composition and violent action highlight the power and ferocity of the scene. Le Brun, a leading figure in the French Academy of Painting and Sculpture, was known for his historical and mythological paintings, which emphasized clarity and dramatic realism. The work embodies the grandeur and theatricality characteristic of the Baroque style.