Sunday, September 26, 2010

Hercules (3). An Obsessed Devotee of the Hero


Marcus Aurelius' son and successor, Commodus, identified with Hercules. Unfortunately, instead of pursuing the welfare of his subjects as Hercules would have, he spent time in self indulgence and proved his prowess by participating in gladiatorial shows killing animals. He was assassinated. 
Detail of the paws and hoody provided by the skin of the lion.

Detail of hair and beard.

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