Hercules and Antaeus

Hercules and Antaeus is a mythological painting created in 1531 by German artist Hans Baldung during the Northern renaissance. This oil on Panel artwork depicts the legendary struggle between Hercules and the giant Antaeus, emphasizing the dynamic movement and dramatic tension characteristic of Baldung's style. Donated in 1892 by Edward Habich, it now resides at the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister (Kassel) in Germany. The painting showcases Baldung's mastery of mythological themes and detailed craftsmanship typical of the Northern renaissance tradition.