A database of images in Western art (ancient and modern) which depict figures from Greek and Roman mythology. Includes some background information on each figure, as well as links to other related ...

Heracles or Hercules according to Roman mythology is a prominent figure in Classical mythology and is considered among the most famous of all the Greek heroes. Heracles was born ...

Understanding ancient mythology is essential to truly comprehending all forms of classical art. Whether it be painting, ...