Hercules Fighting Against the Trojans, from "The Labors of Hercules" 1500 - 1550

This 16th-century engraving, *Hercules Fighting Against the Trojans*, by German Renaissance artist Sebald Beham, depicts a scene from the Labors of Hercules. Hercules, riding a horse, is shown striking down a Trojan soldier while fighting against the Trojans. The print utilizes intricate detail to portray the dynamic action and violent nature of the battle, demonstrating the artist's mastery of the engraving technique. This work is part of a series, and its small size reflects its intended audience of collectors and admirers of classical mythology.