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Canvas Print : Mercury and Argus, 1645-1647. Artist: Fabritius, Carel (1622-1654)
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Mercury and Argus, 1645-1647. Artist: Fabritius, Carel (1622-1654)
Mercury and Argus, 1645-1647. Found in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art
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Argus Barock Commerce God Flute Giant God Of Trade Greek Mythologie Hermes Mercurius Mercury Mercury And Argus Ovid Pipe Roman Mythologie Roman Religion Shepherd Fabritius
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Experience the captivating allure of Old Masters art with our Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece, "Mercury and Argus" by Carel Fabritius (1622-1654), is a testament to the timeless beauty and intrigue of the Baroque era. Originally housed in the esteemed Los Angeles County Museum of Art, this masterpiece now brings the grandeur of the past into your home. Our premium Canvas Prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the finest details and vibrant colors of the original artwork. Elevate your interior décor with this stunning addition to your collection.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the 17th century and immersed in the world of mythology and allegory. "Mercury and Argus" is a stunning painting by Dutch artist Carel Fabritius, created between 1645-1647. The scene depicts an intriguing moment from Ovid's Roman mythological tale. Mercury, known as Hermes in Greek mythology, takes on the form of a shepherd with his trusty flute. He stands before Argus, a giant with multiple eyes who was tasked with guarding Io by Juno. The vibrant colors and meticulous brushstrokes bring these characters to life on the canvas. Fabritius masterfully captures the tension between Mercury's mischievous intentions and Argus' watchful gaze. The composition draws our attention to their contrasting expressions - Mercury's playful smile juxtaposed against Argus' stern countenance. This fine art piece showcases Fabritius' skillful use of oil on canvas technique, highlighting his contribution to the Baroque movement in Holland during that era. As we admire this work at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, we can't help but marvel at how it seamlessly combines elements of classical mythology with contemporary artistic style. "Mercury and Argus" serves as a reminder of both ancient Roman religion and its influence on literature throughout history. It also symbolizes Mercury's role as the god of trade and commerce – attributes that continue to resonate even today.
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