This painting, by the Flemish artist Theodoor van Thulden (c. 1606-1669), depicts a curious scene involving the storied figure of Hercules (known as Heracles to the Greeks). In particular, the art is inspired by ancient descriptions of the time that the warrior of legend and myth spent with Queen Omphale of Lydia. In the prelude … Continue reading Hercules and Omphale, By Theodoor van Thulden (c. 1606-1669)