Charles Meynier 1763-1832 Milo of Croton, Attempting to Test His Strength, Is Caught and Devoured by a Lion 1795 France, French, ( The story of the ancient Greek athlete Milo of Croton is an allegory of pride and vanity. The aging Milo wants to show his strength by pulling a split tree trunk apart. His hand gets caught and, unable to escape, he is devoured by wild beasts. )

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