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Hercules, Dejanira and Nessus
Hercules, Nessus and Deianeira by Bartholomaeus Spranger (1546-1611). Flemish art. Oil
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1546 1611 Bartholomaeus Flemish Hercules Nessus Spranger Aisa Deianeira Dejanira
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Hercules, Nessus, and Deianeira" is a captivating oil painting by the renowned Flemish artist Bartholomaeus Spranger, created in the late 16th century. This masterpiece, now held in the Alte Pinakothek in Munich, Germany, tells a compelling story from Greek mythology. At the center of the painting stands Hercules, the legendary hero known for his superhuman strength and twelve labors. He is depicted calmly, with a determined expression, as he holds the reins of his horse, Pegasus, behind him. Hercules' legendary strength is evident in the way he effortlessly controls the powerful creature. To Hercules' left, the tragic figure of Nessus, a centaur, is shown. Nessus was once a faithful servant of Hercules, but his fate took a tragic turn when he was seduced by Hercules' wife, Deianeira. In an attempt to win back Hercules' favor, Deianeira sought the help of the witch, Medea, who gave her a potion to make Hercules love her again. The potion, however, was actually a deadly poison. Nessus, unaware of the plot, was sent by Deianeira to bring Hercules a change of clothes. When Hercules donned the poisoned garments, he was consumed by unbearable pain. In an act of mercy, Hercules ordered Nessus to carry Deianeira across a river to be healed by the centaur Chiron. As they crossed the river, Hercules ordered Nessus to be killed, and Deianeira watched as Hercules' servant, Philoctetes, shot an arrow into Nessus' heart. In the painting, Nessus is shown carrying Deianeira on his back, his face contorted in pain as he nears the end of his life. Deianeira, on the other hand, is shown looking back at Hercules, her expression a mix of guilt and sadness. The painting masterfully captures the complex emotions of the characters and the tragic turn of events in this classic mythological tale.
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