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Mercure, Herse et Aglaure - Mercury, Herse and Aglaurus, by Lagrenee
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Mercure, Herse et Aglaure - Mercury, Herse and Aglaurus, by Lagrenee
FIA5408469 Mercure, Herse et Aglaure - Mercury, Herse and Aglaurus, by Lagrenee, Louis-Jean-Francois (1725-1805). Oil on canvas, 1767. Dimension : 55x70 cm. Nationalmuseum Stockholm by Lagrenee, Louis Jean Francois I (1725-1805); National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Photo eFine Art Images; French, out of copyright
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Chest Jealousy Mercury Hermes Three Persons Mythological Figure
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This oil painting, titled "Mercure, Herse et Aglaure - Mercury, Herse and Aglaurus" by Louis-Jean-Francois Lagrenee, transports us to the mythical realm of ancient Greece. The artwork, created in 1767 and measuring 55x70 cm, is housed in the Nationalmuseum Stockholm. The scene depicts three figures intertwined in a complex narrative. At the center stands Mercury (or Hermes), the messenger of gods and god of commerce and travel. His muscular physique exudes power as he gazes down at two women – Herse and Aglaurus. Both women are captivated by his presence; however, their expressions reveal contrasting emotions. Herse's face radiates with love and adoration for Mercury while her sister Aglaurus wears an expression tainted with jealousy. This triangular composition explores themes of desire, youthfulness, nakedness, and mythology. Lagrenee's masterful brushwork brings life to each character through delicate details such as their flowing garments and subtle facial expressions. The artist skillfully captures the tension between love and envy within this mythological tale. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing print from Fine Art Finder provided by Bridgeman Images, we are transported back in time to witness a moment frozen forever on canvas – a moment that encapsulates both human emotion and divine intervention.
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