The Farnese Hercules by Giorgio Ghisi

The Farnese Hercules 1575 - 1582

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drawing, print

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drawing

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light pencil work

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print

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pencil sketch

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charcoal drawing

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charcoal art

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portrait reference

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pencil drawing

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underpainting

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portrait drawing

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charcoal

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portrait art

"The Farnese Hercules" is a 16th-century engraving by Italian artist Giorgio Ghisi (1515-1582), currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Ghisi's detailed rendition of the famous marble sculpture by Glykon depicts the Greek hero Hercules in his prime, showcasing his immense muscularity. The engraving is a masterful example of Renaissance printmaking, capturing the intricate details of the sculpture with remarkable precision.

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