Hercules and Atlas
1550
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1550
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This print shows two strong men in a tight embrace. One holds up a heavy globe, his muscles straining. The other leans forward, arms wrapped around him. Below, a small town sits quietly, like a stage set. Notice how the artist used only lines—no color—to show depth and power. The globe’s weight looks real, even though it’s just ink on paper. Want to see how this style changed art? Look up Renaissance.
