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Mercury, Roman god of communication with cadeceus, 1766 (engraving)
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Mercury, Roman god of communication with cadeceus, 1766 (engraving)
7235596 Mercury, Roman god of communication with cadeceus, 1766 (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 robe with caduceus staff with entwined serpents. Hermes in Greek mythology. 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, titled "Mercury, Roman god of communication with caduceus" transports us back to ancient Rome. The print showcases the deity Mercury, known as Hermes in Greek mythology, who was revered for his role as the god of communication, financial gain, commerce, eloquence, luck, trickery and thieves. In this exquisite portrait by Pieter Bodart from 1766, Mercury is depicted wearing a winged robe while holding a caduceus staff entwined with serpents. This symbolizes his ability to guide souls between realms and represents peace and negotiation. The artist's attention to detail brings out the divine essence of Mercury. His enigmatic expression hints at his cunning nature while also exuding an air of wisdom and authority. The intricate copperplate engraving technique adds depth and texture to the image. This artwork is part of Henricus Spoors' collection "Deorum et Heroum" which beautifully illustrates gods and heroes from both Roman and Greek antiquity. Spoors himself was a renowned Dutch physician turned classical scholar who dedicated his life to studying ancient cultures. As we gaze upon this enchanting print from the 18th century, we are reminded of the rich history behind mythological figures like Mercury. It serves as a testament to humanity's fascination with religion and our eternal quest for knowledge and understanding.
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