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Hercules and Caco, marble, Bandinelli, Baccio or Bartolomeo (Florence 1488-1560), Piazza della Signoria, Florence
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Hercules and Caco, marble, Bandinelli, Baccio or Bartolomeo (Florence 1488-1560), Piazza della Signoria, Florence
Hercules and Caco, marble, Bandinelli, Baccio or Bartolomeo (Florence 1488-1560), Piazza della Signoria, Florence Florence Piazza della Signoria Statue Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1950 -1959. Date of Artwork:1534. Artist:Bandinelli Baccio (1488-1560)
Voliani, Leonetto
VLD-F-000245-0000
Media ID 33224017
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Aggressiveness Cacus Club Hercules Human Psychology Hunting Lion Minor Divinity Of Physical Rapport Pyschological Behavior Subjectionmannerism Wild Boar Wolf Greco Roman Society And Politics
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This photograph captures the timeless beauty of a marble sculpture titled "Hercules and Caco" by Baccio Bandinelli. The artwork, created in 1534 during the Mannerism period, stands proudly in Piazza della Signoria, Florence. The statue depicts Hercules, a symbol of strength and heroism from Greco-Roman mythology, engaged in a fierce battle with Caco, a minor divinity known for his aggressiveness. The artist skillfully portrays their struggle through intricate details that showcase both their physical rapport and psychological behavior. In this scene frozen in time, we witness Hercules wielding his club as he confronts Caco's wild boar-like form. The tension between these two powerful figures is palpable; it speaks to the eternal conflict between good and evil within society and politics. Bandinelli's mastery lies not only in capturing the physiological aspects of human bodies but also delving into their psychological depths. Through this sculpture, he explores themes of dominance, subjection, and the complexities of human psychology. Leonetto Voliani's expert photography transports us back to mid-20th century Florence when this image was captured between 1950-1959. His lens immortalizes Bandinelli's masterpiece while emphasizing its Renaissance-Baroque style that echoes throughout Europe during the first and second millenniums A. D. As we gaze upon this remarkable print today, we are reminded of our connection to ancient myths and legends that continue to shape our understanding of art history. It serves as a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with stories that explore both our noblest virtues and darkest impulses.
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