Mercury Collection (page 5)

Mercury from The Gods Who Preside Over the Planets, 1528. Creator: Master I. B
Mercury from The Gods Who Preside Over the Planets, 1528

Clock and Hercules, Mercury and Minerva sculptures, Grand Central Terminal Railway
USA, New York City, Manhattan, Clock and Hercules, Mercury and Minerva sculptures, Grand Central Terminal Railway Station

1950 Mercury Coupe. Creator: Unknown
1950 Mercury Coupe

From left: Alan Shepard Jr and John Glenn Jr in the Mer?
From left: Alan Shepard Jr and John Glenn Jr in the Mercury control center on 18 July 1961 prior the sub-orbital flight of Virgil Grissom on 21 July. Date: 1961

John Glenn and Virgil Grissom pose beside Mercury spacecraft
John Glenn, left, and Virgil Grissom pose beside a boiler-plate relica of a Mercury spacecraft, c.July 1961. Date: 1961

Astronaut Virgil ?Gus? Grissom wearing the NASA Disting?
Astronaut Virgil ?Gus? Grissom wearing the NASA Distinguished Service Medal and a Project Mercury lapel pin, during a news conference at Cape Canaveral, the day after his sub-orbital flight

Astronaut Virgil ?Gus? Grissom enters his Mercury space?
Astronaut Virgil ?Gus? Grissom enters his Mercury spacecraft, Liberty Bell 7, at Cape Canaveral for a second attempt at his sub-orbital flight following the earlier cancellation due to bad weather

The Dream of Paris (oil on panel)
XIR223223 The Dream of Paris (oil on panel) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50); 47.5x35 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; Netherlandish, out of copyright

Minerva surrounded by Mercury, Diana, Apollo and Vulcan. Private Collection

Venus with Mercury and Cupid. Artist: Van Loo, Louis Michel (1707-1771)
Venus with Mercury and Cupid. Found in the collection of Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando, Madrid

Hermes was messenger to the gods of ancient Greece, often sent on errands for Zeus. Roman mythology associated him with Mercury

Statue of Mercury and Clock on the 42nd Street facade of Grand Central Terminus Station, Manhattan, New York, USA

Classic American vintage car in Trinidad, Trinidad and Sancti Spiritus Province, Cuba

Man and classic American vintage car in Trinidad, Trinidad and Sancti Spiritus Province, Cuba

Hotel Inglaterra near Parque Central in Central Havana, Havana, Cuba

Driving around Old Havana on a Classic American car, Havana, Cuba

Classic American car in old Havana, Havana Province, Cuba

Classic American car near Bodeguita del Medio bar in old Havana, , Cuba

Mercury telephones and card vending machine, London, late 1980s

G-ADHJ - Mercury - Transatlantic Float Seaplane - the upper component of the Short Bros. Mayo Composite Aircraft - launched in mid-air from a Flying Boat (see 13816872). Only one ever built

Victa Airtourer 100 ZK-CMC (msn 146), at Mercury Bay. Date: circa 1966

Victa Airtourer 100 ZK-CGP (msn 67), at Mercury Bay. (later converted to AESL Airtourer T3A) Date: circa 1966

AESL Airtourer 115 ZK-CWD (msn 511), of Mercury Bay Aero Club. Date: circa 1970

Boeing E-6 Mercury
United States Navy (USN) - Boeing E-6 Mercury Date: circa 1990

Short Mayo Composite S20 Mercury long-range seaplane, test flight, Rochester, Kent Date: 1938

Bristol Mercury, final assembly workshop
Bristol Aeroplane Company - Bristol Mercury, 9-cylinder radial engine, final assembly workshop. Date: circa 1935

Bristol Mercury, initial assembly workshop
Bristol Aeroplane Company - Bristol Mercury, 9-cylinder radial engine, initial assembly workshop. Date: circa 1935

Bristol Mercury, component assembly workshop
Bristol Aeroplane Company - Bristol Mercury, 9-cylinder radial engine, component assembly workshop. Date: circa 1935

Hercules Initiating the Olympic Games, c. 1450-75 (tapestry)
GLS219841 Hercules Initiating the Olympic Games, c.1450-75 (tapestry) by Franco-Burgundian, (15th century); 386x477.5 cm; Burrell Collection, Glasgow

The Birth of Pandora, 1791-1804 (oil on canvas)
2913322 The Birth of Pandora, 1791-1804 (oil on canvas) by Barry, James (1741-1806); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

Antique botany illustration: Perennial Mercury, Mercurialis perennis

Hermes, Ludovisi or Loghios style (marble)
1108959 Hermes, Ludovisi or Loghios style (marble) by Roman, (1st century AD); Museo Nazionale, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: The Hermes Ludovisi)

Head of Hermes wearing a pileus (Pentelic marble)
3930121 Head of Hermes wearing a pileus (Pentelic marble) by Roman; Museo Barracco, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Roman work inspired by a Greek original from the 5th century BC)

A man and a woman conversing at center, surrounded by a row of young men to the right and... 1668
A man and a woman conversing at center, surrounded by a row of young men to the right and young women to the left, Mercury appears at top left corner; set design from Il Pomo D'Oro, 1668

Venus in her dove-drawn chariot complaining to Jupiter who is accompanied by Mercury, f... 1530-60
Venus in her dove-drawn chariot complaining to Jupiter who is accompanied by Mercury, from The Fable of Psyche, 1530-60

Plate 30: Venus and Cupid pleading their case before Jupiter and other Gods with Mercur... 1530-60
Plate 30: Venus and Cupid pleading their case before Jupiter and other Gods with Mercury transporting Psyche to the heavens at lower right, from the Story of Cupid and Psyche as told by Apuleius

Plate 24: Mercury and Aglauros, from Ovids Metamorphoses, 1641. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Plate 24: Mercury and Aglauros, from Ovids Metamorphoses, 1641

Jupiter and Mercury in the House of Philemon and Baucis, 1612. Creator: Hendrik Goudt
Jupiter and Mercury in the House of Philemon and Baucis, 1612

Mercury (Hermes), Juno (?) Mars, and a group of figures below (shepherds, musicians... ca. 1640-60. Creator: Anon)
Mercury (Hermes), Juno (?) Mars, and a group of figures below (shepherds, musicians), ca. 1640-60

137-0627924 Illustration from a history of Peru showing ore-crushing and mining equipment with two llamas
IND86678 137-0627924 Illustration from a history of Peru showing ore-crushing and mining equipment with two llamas, 1717 (engraving) by French School

Hercules slaying Antaeus, from Les Images ou Tableaux de Platte Peinture des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs
EDI428995 Hercules slaying Antaeus, from Les Images ou Tableaux de Platte Peinture des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere (1523-96) Paris, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier

Then Perseus held aloft the Gorgons head, illustration for How Perseus came Home again
IL193703 Then Perseus held aloft the Gorgons head, illustration for How Perseus came Home again, from The Heroes of Greek Fairy Tales, by Charles Kingsley (1819-75) (colour litho) by Davie

The Bridge of Life, 1884 (oil on canvas)
HTL226381 The Bridge of Life, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Private Collection; By courtesy of Julian Hartnoll

Fan Design with Republican Assignats (French Revolutionary Money), ca. 1795. ca. 1795. Creator: Anon
Fan Design with Republican Assignats (French Revolutionary Money), ca. 1795

The Deplorable State of America, or Sc___h Government, March 22, 1765. March 22, 1765. Creator: Anon
The Deplorable State of America, or Sc___h Government, March 22, 1765

Principal Greek gods on Mount Olympus
6340157 Principal Greek gods on Mount Olympus by Freschi, Roberto (19th century); (add.info.: Principal Greek gods on Mount Olympus)

Fables of La Fontaine: The woodman and Mercury (litho)
6002138 Fables of La Fontaine: The woodman and Mercury (litho) by Billinghurst, Percy James (1871-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: The woodman and Mercury)

Sitting Mercury", IV century BC (bronze)
5973843 Sitting Mercury", IV century BC (bronze) by Roman, (4th century AD); Museo di Santa Giulia, Museo della citta, Brescia

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of Mercury: From Palmistry to Space Exploration" Discover the enigmatic world of Mercury, as we embark on a captivating journey through time and space. In ancient times, palmistry maps of the hand hinted at the significance of this celestial body. Its influence was also depicted in the Catalan Atlas from the 14th century, where its position among other planets revealed its importance in our cosmic tapestry. Artworks depicting our solar system showcase Mercury's unique charm. As we gaze upon these masterpieces, we marvel at its proximity to the sun and its role as one of our neighboring planets. Comparing sizes with other celestial bodies within our solar system, it becomes evident that Mercury is petite yet powerful. Like an emerald tablet inscribed with hidden wisdom, this small planet holds secrets waiting to be unraveled. Sandro Botticelli's masterpiece "Primavera" transports us back in time, reminding us that even Renaissance artists were captivated by Mercury's allure. The vibrant colors and intricate details reflect their fascination with this elusive planet. Moving beyond art into reality, let us not forget iconic symbols like the 1957 red and black Mercury Monterey Sedan. This classic car embodies both elegance and strength – qualities reminiscent of our planetary namesake. Diving deeper into scientific exploration, Project Mercury 7 marked a pivotal moment for humanity as seven brave astronauts embarked on historic missions to conquer space travel. Their courage paved the way for future discoveries about our universe. Epicycles drawn by astronomers in 1823 further shed light on how scientists attempted to understand Mercury's complex orbit around the sun – a testament to human curiosity and determination. As we conclude this journey through various depictions across history and culture, let us immerse ourselves in Hubert Robert's painting "The Bathing Pool. " Here lies a subtle reminder that amidst all knowledge-seeking endeavors lies nature’s tranquility, reminding us to appreciate the wonders of our solar system.