Philactetes Applies the Torch of Hercules to the Funeral Pyre

Felice Giani1780–1800

Philactetes shown at left in foreground, bow and quiver lie at right. Hercules still living lies upon burning pile.

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Title: Philactetes Applies the Torch of Hercules to the Funeral Pyre
Creator: Felice Giani, Italian, 1758–1823
Date Created: 1780–1800
Location Created: Italy
Original Source: See this work of art on the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum website
Medium: Pen and brown ink, brush and brown wash on light blue laid paper
Credit line: Museum purchase through gift of various donors

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