Hercules met de zodiak op de achtergrond 1732

"Hercules met de zodiak op de achtergrond" (Hercules with the zodiac in the background) is an etching by Bernard Picart, created in 1732. This small, intricate print depicts the Greek hero Hercules as a powerful figure. The hero is framed by a decorative border, with a lion head on top and a serpent at the bottom. Hercules stands triumphantly, a club in his hand, with the Zodiac symbols circling him. Picart’s etching is a testament to the artistic sensibilities of the 18th century, showcasing both the visual power of mythology and the intricate details of the baroque style.