The infant Hercules killing the snakes, set within an elaborate frame, from "Loves, Rages and Jealousies of Juno" 1531 - 1576

"The Infant Hercules Killing the Snakes" is a 16th century etching by Giulio Bonasone. This print, part of a series entitled "Loves, Rages and Jealousies of Juno", depicts the mythological scene of the infant Hercules strangling two serpents sent by Hera. Bonasone's detailed depiction of the event is framed by a complex border filled with grotesque figures, fruits and foliage. The artist's emphasis on detail and intricate composition is a characteristic of the Mannerist style. This work is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, showcasing the vast collection of prints the museum possesses.