Wrestlers

Paul Manship, Wrestlers, 1908, bronze, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Bequest of Paul Manship, 1966.47.32
Paul Manship, Wrestlers, 1908, bronze, 12 7⁄8 x 7 3⁄4 x 7 1⁄2 in. (32.8 x 19.7 x 19.0 cm), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Bequest of Paul Manship, 1966.47.32

Artwork Details

Title
Wrestlers
Artist
Date
1908
Location
Dimensions
12 7⁄8 x 7 3⁄4 x 7 1⁄2 in. (32.8 x 19.7 x 19.0 cm)
Credit Line
Bequest of Paul Manship
Mediums
Mediums Description
bronze
Classifications
Subjects
  • Figure group — male — nude
  • Recreation — sport and play — wrestling
Object Number
1966.47.32
Linked Open Data
https://edan.si.edu/saam/id/object/1966.47.32

Artwork Description

Paul Manship modeled many sculptures of Hercules throughout his career, and this early model of Wrestlers is thought to show the Greek hero fighting the giant Antaeus. Antaeus drew power from his mother, the earth, so Hercules defeated him by lifting him off the ground and squeezing him to death.

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Artist
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Artist
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