Farnese Hercules, Stone statue in Tuileries Garden, France
The Farnese Hercules is a stone statue of the mythological hero located in Tuileries Garden, standing approximately 242 centimeters tall and 86 centimeters wide. Carved by Giovanni Comino, it depicts the hero in a relaxed pose as he rests after completing his legendary labors.
Giovanni Comino created this sculpture between 1670 and 1672 in Rome, following classical models. It was first placed in Parc de Sceaux before being moved to Tuileries Garden in 1793, where it has remained.
The statue portrays the mythological hero in a characteristic pose, leaning on his club with a lion skin draped over his body while holding the golden apples of the Hesperides behind his back. This representation captures a moment of rest after great deeds and reflects classical artistic traditions that visitors can still observe directly.
The statue stands in the Grand Carré section of Tuileries Garden and is freely accessible to visit at any time. The grounds operate with seasonal opening hours, so visitors should check these before planning their visit.
Photographs taken by René Giton capture the statue in winter with snow covering its surface, giving it a completely different appearance than in warmer seasons. This wintry perspective reveals new details and forms that remain hidden during other times of year.
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