Hercules and Cacum
Hans Sebald Beham, Hercules and Cacum, 1545, engraving on paper, Gift of Mrs. Mary Riley, public domain, 93.39.10
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- Title
Hercules and Cacum
- Artist
- Date
1545
- Period
Late Renaissance (mid-late 16th century)
- Medium
engraving on paper
- Dimensions (H x W x D)
image/sheet: 1 15/16 in x 2 13/16 in
- Inscriptions & Markings
signature/maker's mark: UL "HSB"
inscription: UR "Cacum Flammivomum Opprimit Hercules"
- Collection Area
Graphic Arts
- Category
Prints
- Object Type
intaglio print
- Culture
German
- Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Mary Riley
- Accession Number
93.39.10
- Copyright
public domain
- Terms
Hans Sebald Beham was known as one of the "Little Masters" of the Northern Renaissance for his skill in creating masterful engravings on a very small scale. Although diminutive, these prints capture the strength and endurance of the mighty hero who overcame twelve labors (challenges) to redeem himself.
- Exhibitions
2012 Mythologia: Gods, Heroes, and Monsters Portland Art Museum
