Nemea Collection

Heracles fighting the Nemean lion, Attic black-figure amphora from Vulci

Ruins of the Temple of Jupiter at Nemea (engraving)
1092757 Ruins of the Temple of Jupiter at Nemea (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ruins of the Temple of Jupiter at Nemea)

Red-shanked douc langur, Pygathrix nemaeus. Endangered
Red-shanked douc langur, Pygathrix nemaeus (Lasiopyga nemea). Endangered. Handcoloured lithograph from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural History

Hercules and the Nemean Lion. Creator: Adamo Scultori
Hercules and the Nemean Lion

Hercules Strangling the Nemean Lion, dated 1528. Creator: Agostino Veneziano
Hercules Strangling the Nemean Lion, dated 1528

Nemea, 1894. Private Collection

Lion of Nemea /
The LION OF NEMEA, which, according to ancient legend, fell to the Peloponnese (Greece) from the MOON

Antique illustration of Cupid with Heracles club
Antique illustration of Cupid with the club belonging to Heracles, the weapon had been manufactured in the valley of Nemea from the trunk of a wild olive. ). Engraving by J

Antique illustration of Heracles fighting with the Nemean lion
Antique illustration of circular medallion with the hero Heracles fighting and slaying the Nemean lion with his club, legendary creature from the Greek mythology

Greece, Peloponnesus, Nemea, Temple of Zeus
Greece - Peloponnesus - Nemea. Temple of Zeus. Cella, 4th century b.C

The Nemean Lion
One of his seven labours of Herakles was to slay the Lion of Nemea, which is said to have come from the Moon

Folklore / Hydra
Herakles must slay the Hydra of Nemea, whose nine heads are self- renewing : his nephew Iolaus has the answer - cauterise the necks as soon as severed

Herakles / Hercules
The body of the Lion of Nemea is slumped behind him

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"Nemea: A Mythical Journey Through Time and Nature" Step into the ancient ruins of the Temple of Jupiter at Nemea, where history whispers its tales. Engraved in stone, the remnants stand as a testament to a bygone era. Immerse yourself in the legendary battle between Heracles and the fearsome Nemean lion, depicted on an Attic black-figure amphora from Vulci. Witness their struggle frozen in time, capturing both strength and courage. But beyond myths and legends lies another story - that of the endangered Red-shanked douc langur, known scientifically as Pygathrix nemaeus. This captivating creature faces uncertain times amidst our changing world. Marvel at Hercules wrestling with the mighty Nemean Lion sculpted delicately from alabaster. The intricate details bring this iconic tale to life once more, reminding us of humanity's eternal fascination with heroism. Adamo Scultori's masterpiece transports us back to ancient Greece as we witness Hercules facing off against his formidable foe once again. The artist skillfully captures every sinewy muscle and intense expression in this timeless portrayal. In Agostino Veneziano's dated 1528 artwork "Hercules Strangling the Nemean Lion, " we see a different interpretation of this epic encounter. It serves as a reminder that art can breathe new life into age-old stories through diverse perspectives. Travel back to 1894 when explorers first set foot on Nemea's soil, discovering its hidden treasures anew. Their expedition unveiled not only archaeological wonders but also glimpses into an ancient civilization lost to time. The Lion stands tall and proud, symbolizing resilience throughout centuries past. Its imposing presence reminds us that even nature has its own stories etched within its majestic creatures. Once again encountering Pygathrix nemaeus - now listed as endangered - we are reminded of our responsibility towards preserving Earth's biodiversity.