“Unveiled After Centuries: The Tiny 1,700-Year-Old Hercules Statue That Rewrites History”
Archaeology can truly be a treasure hunt full of surprises—take, for instance, the recent discovery near Florence of a miniature statue of Hercules, a hero not just well-known for his impressive biceps but also for his rather peculiar labor of capturing the Cretan Bull. Now, if you’re thinking, “Wait, I’ve heard of Hercules wrestling lions and hydras, but a bull?” you’re not alone! This newly unearthed marble artifact, though fragmentary and charmingly headless, hints at the often overlooked tales of mythological prowess that await us beneath the Earth. Standing at just 20 inches and dating back 1,700 years, this statue is especially captivating because it features a detail rarely highlighted in depictions of Hercules—his grapple with the bull whose head is, quite humorously, found at his feet! What an ironic twist of fate for our burly hero! Curious to dive deeper into this fascinating find? LEARN MORE.
Found in three pieces and missing its head, this miniature marble artifact is all the more rare for depicting Hercules’ lesser-known seventh labor, the capture of the Cretan bull.
SAGAS Unifi/FacebookThe restored Hercules statuette found in Montaione.
Archaeologists working in the town of Montaione, near Florence, Italy, recently announced the discovery of a miniature statue depicting the Greco-Roman hero Hercules.
Standing just 20 inches tall, this marble statue dates back 1,700 years and showcases the excellent craftsmanship of the ancient Romans. The statue’s size isn’t the only unique thing about it, however. It also features a detail rarely depicted in statues of the Greek hero, making it an even more remarkable and important discovery.
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