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Mercury, Roman god of communication in winged hat, 1781 (engraving)
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Mercury, Roman god of communication in winged hat, 1781 (engraving)
7235611 Mercury, Roman god of communication in winged hat, 1781 (engraving) by Bodart, Pieter (1676-1712); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mercury, Roman god of financial gain, commerce, eloquence, messages, communication, luck, trickery and thieves. In winged hat or petasos. Hermes in greek. Mercurius. Copperplate engraving by Pieter Bodart (1676-1712) from Henricus Spoors Deorum et Heroum, Virorum et Mulierum Illustrium Imagines Antiquae Illustatae, Gods and Heroes, Men and Women, Illustrated with Antique Images, Petrum, Amsterdam, 1715. First published as Favissae utriusque antiquitatis tam Romanae quam Graecae in 1707. Henricus Spoor was a Dutch physician, classical scholar, poet and writer, fl. 1694-1716.); © Florilegius
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This engraving showcases the Roman god of communication, Mercury. With his iconic winged hat, Mercury is depicted here in all his glory as the deity responsible for financial gain, commerce, eloquence, messages, communication, luck, trickery, and thieves. Created by Pieter Bodart in 1781 as part of Henricus Spoors' collection "Deorum et Heroum" this antique print captures the essence of ancient Rome's mythological figure. The intricate copperplate engraving beautifully portrays Mercury's divine presence and power. Mercury was also known as Hermes in Greek mythology and played a significant role in both religions. As a heavenly messenger and mediator between gods and mortals, he held great importance to believers during that time. The artist skillfully brings out the details of Mercury's petasos-adorned head with delicate lines and shading techniques. This portrait reflects not only the craftsmanship of Bodart but also highlights the significance placed on religion during the 18th century. Displayed against a simple background without distractions or embellishments allows viewers to focus solely on Mercury himself. His expression exudes confidence while his wings symbolize swiftness and agility - attributes befitting a god associated with communication. This remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images serves as an exquisite reminder of ancient paganism's influence on art throughout history. Whether appreciated for its historical value or admired for its artistic merit alone, this print offers a glimpse into antiquity that continues to captivate audiences today.
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