Hercules at Rest
by RIBERA, Jusepe de, Oil on canvas, 205 x 155 cm
In this large depiction of Hercules resting from his labours, the giant’s massive figure is shown seated and accompanied by his club and lion skin, his brow furrowed after his exertions.
Since the overall quality of the canvas is not homogenous, the contribution of studio assistants to the execution is assumed.