Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century

Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century

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Mercury and Argus — Italian School, Early 18th Century
Attributed to the circle of Andrea Procaccini (1671–1734)

A refined mythological scene depicting Mercury and Argus, drawn from Ovid’s Metamorphoses. Mercury, identified by his flute, is shown lulling the many-eyed giant Argus to sleep — a quiet yet charged moment before the decisive act.

The composition reflects the elegance of the Roman Baroque tradition, with soft modelling, warm tonalities, and a balanced landscape opening into the distance. The figures are rendered with a classical restraint characteristic of the circle of Andrea Procaccini.

Oil on canvas, early 18th century. Italy.

Details

  • Oil on canvas
  • 65 × 50 cm (91 × 76 cm framed)
  • Unsigned
  • Good condition, consistent with age
  • Presented in a later gilt frame (minor wear and losses)
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