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CUYP, Albert Jacobsz (1620-1691). Mercury. Baroque
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CUYP, Albert Jacobsz (1620-1691). Mercury. Baroque
CUYP, Albert Jacobsz (1620-1691). Mercury. Baroque art. Painting. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid. Banco Exterior de Espa Overseas Trade Bank of Spain) Collection
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1620 1691 Autonomous Banco Bank Baroque Classic Community Craft Crafts Deity Divine Espa Espa A Footwear Goddess Inkwell Mercury Mithology Mythological Mythology Myths Numen Overseas Paintings Pictures Sandal Shoes Times Wear Albert Cuyp Europeans Jacobsz Myth Quicksilver
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This stunning Baroque painting, titled "Mercury" by Albert Jacobsz CUYP (1620-1691), showcases the mythological god of commerce, trade, and thieves, Mercury, in all his divine glory. The painting, which is part of the esteemed collection at the Banco Exterior de España Overseas Trade Bank of Spain in Madrid, Spain, is a testament to the artistic prowess of the Dutch Golden Age. Mercury, depicted here with his iconic winged sandals, caduceus staff, and pet capybara, is shown in a serene yet playful pose, seated in a boat filled with various crafts and ships, symbolizing his role as the patron of commerce and navigation. The god's footwear, intricately detailed with a design reminiscent of a boat, highlights his connection to the sea and the maritime world. The painting's rich colors and intricate details exemplify the Baroque art style, which emerged during the early modern era and was characterized by grandeur, drama, and a focus on emotion. Mercury's expression, with a hint of a smile and a twinkle in his eye, adds a sense of mischief and charm to the painting. Quicksilver, also known as hydrargyrum, is depicted in an inkwell at Mercury's side, a nod to the metal's association with the god and its use in alchemy. The painting's intricate details and masterful use of light and shadow create a captivating and otherworldly atmosphere, transporting the viewer to a time when mythology and art intertwined to create enduring works of beauty and wonder.
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