Etruscan Bronze Statuette of Herakles (Hercle) weapons A rare and captivating large

A rare and captivating large pottery canteen from the Chancay culture

the mirror features a central perforated suspension loop surrounded by two raised concentric rings that define the inner field and outer edge

offering a glimpse into the artistry and innovation of the ancient world

Additional black-painted details adorn her eyes

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Etruscan Bronze Statuette of Herakles (Hercle) weapons A rare and captivating largeClassical Period, c. 480300 BC, Etruria, Italy An exceptional and highly refined bronze statuette of the mythological hero Heraklesknown to the Etruscans as Hercledepicted nude and standing in an elegant contrapposto pose. His weight rests firmly on his right leg, with the left subtly bent, evoking a sense of poised movement. Hercle raises his right arm, once holding a club (now lost), while the Nemean lion skin, symbolizing his first labour, is