Veronese & Unicorn Studio
Hercules Battling the Hydra | Mythology & Deity Sculptures
Hercules Battling the Hydra | Mythology & Deity Sculptures
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Description
Description
A beautiful decor for your living spaces with its wonderful details with handwork, a mixture of bone dust and bronze by Veronese design
The Battle of the Hydra is one of the famous twelve labors of Hercules, a famous hero from Greek mythology. In this labor, Hercules was tasked with killing the Lernaean Hydra, a serpent-like creature with multiple heads that lived in a swamp near the city of Lerna.
The Hydra was considered to be a fierce and terrifying creature that was feared by the people of Lerna. It was said to have nine heads, one of which was immortal and could not be killed. Each time one of the heads was cut off, two more would grow in its place.
Hercules, aided by his nephew Iolaus, went to the swamp and confronted the Hydra. He used his strength to cut off its heads, but each time he did so, two more heads grew in their place. Iolaus helped him by cauterizing the neck with a firebrand to prevent the growth of new heads.
Finally, Hercules was able to cut off the immortal head, and buried it under a large rock. He then dipped his arrows in the venomous blood of the Hydra, making them deadly poison.
This labor of Hercules is often seen as a metaphor for overcoming impossible odds, and the power of perseverance. The Hydra was a powerful and terrifying creature that was said to be impossible to defeat, but Hercules was able to overcome it through determination and strategy.
-Length: 11.3 Inches
-Width: 7.1 Inches
-Height: 12.4 Inches
-Depicts one of the Twelve Labors
-Richly colored
-Intricately detailed
-Great decor piece and collectible
Materials
Materials
This piece is crafted from Cold cast bronze.
Care
Care
Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, and prolonged exposure to moisture or direct sunlight. For bronze and metal pieces, an occasional light coat of wax or polish helps preserve the finish. Porcelain and glass items should be hand-cleaned gently to protect painted or gilded details.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Orders ship the next business day with tracked FedEx or UPS delivery. Estimated delivery: Europe 1–3 business days, USA & Canada 2–5 business days, and worldwide 3–8 business days. For orders to the United States, all import duties and taxes are paid by us — no extra charges on delivery. Every piece is carefully packaged to arrive safely, and returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery.
Payment
Payment
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