Hercules Throwing Lichas Sculpture

1.Introduction of hercules throwing lichas sculpture

The hercules throwing lichas sculpture is a masterpiece of Antonio Canova, a highly regarded Italian neoclassical sculptor. He is renowned for his exquisite marble sculptures, which are even more exemplary of his art. In Greek mythology, Lycas was a servant of Heracles, who believed that his servant Lycas had betrayed him. As punishment, Hercules threw him into the waves of the Uboi Sea. Hercules has a dignified face and muscular lines, conveying his strength and spirit through sculpture. And Licas’ expression was filled with despair, suggesting his helplessness and fear in the anger of his master Hercules.

This hercules statue, with its realistic expressive power, makes the viewer feel as if they are immersed in a legendary story of ancient Greece. Hercules’ strength and anger are fully reflected in the statue, while Licas’ helplessness and sadness are moving. In the history of art, this statue not only represents the pinnacle of neoclassicism, but also showcases Canova’s outstanding skills. He vividly portrayed the emotions and storylines in ancient Greek mythology through the depiction of muscles and expressions.

The advantages of making this hercules throwing lichas sculpture lie in its sculptural skills and material selection. Marble, as a material, endows the statue with a noble and long-lasting temperament, making it suitable for permanent display. Kanova cleverly captured the emotions and dynamics of the characters, giving the statue vitality. Arturban has professional and experienced marble sculptors who have been engaged in various famous sculptors for many years. And we have in-depth research on these famous figures and sculptures, which can highly reproduce every detail of the sculpture. We can customize exquisite artworks for you.

2.Production Process of hercules throwing lichas