This is a 3D model of a 20th c. statue by Platre in the Musée de Augustinis (Toulouse) depicting a young Hercules fighting off the snakes sent by Hera to kill the child. The sculpture is a modern representation of an ancient Greek myth, completed in the short time between World War I and World War II.

Bibliography: Musée de Augustinis

Ancient World 3D

This model posting is part of Ancient World 3D, a project that provides curated 3D open access content for Classical Studies. Each model has an etched catalog# and 3D Printable frame for building a library. The original model was posted by Musée des Augustins. This entry was composed by Serena Hawkins (Dr. Elizabeth Thill, advisor).