Ca. 300-200 BC. A bronze figurine of Herakles, depicted in a commanding standing pose atop a plinth with a stepped profile. The statue features a subtle sway to his left, with his left leg slightly bent and placed up front, while his right hand is raised, and his left hand is outstretched with a piece of lion skin draped over it. This representation of the mythical hero is both powerful and graceful, conveying a sense of strength and poise. The figurine features a nude representation of the hero, with a muscular body that is masterfully rendered with intricate details. The chiseled contours of his physique, including his well-defined muscles and sinews, are executed with remarkable skill and precision, conveying a sense of physical prowess and athletic grace. The facial features of the statue are equally impressive, with a well-proportioned and expressive face, and lovely arranged hair. The hair is intricately styled, with fine attention to detail, adding a sense of refinement and sophistication to the piece. The depiction of Herakles in this figurine exemplifies the importance of the hero in Etruscan mythology and his continued relevance in the ancient world. For a similar, see The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 96.9.430.Size: L:100mm / W:60mm ; 125gProvenance: Private London collection, B.A.; formerly in pre-2000 European collection.