Hercules Tamed By Love. This mischievous God in his triumphant ways subjects all, kings, shepherds, heroes and gays, Alcide interrupts his dreaded exploits and binds him while Omphale overjoys. (Gallant poetry by Monsieur Sauzet), plate 25 from Histoire Ancienne 1842

"Hercules Tamed By Love" is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier, created in 1842, which depicts the Greek mythological hero Hercules bound and submissive to the queen, Omphale. The scene is a humorous depiction of Hercules's powerlessness in the face of love, as he is shown with his arms bound and being teased by a young figure. The lithograph is part of Daumier’s series "Histoire Ancienne" and is known for its satirical and caricatured style, which often criticized the social and political events of his time. This lithograph is a powerful example of Daumier's ability to capture the absurdity of human nature and the complexities of power and love.