Poster Print : Herse and Mermes
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Herse and Mermes
Hermes/Mercury falls madly in love with Herse, daughter of Cecrops, and bribes her sister Aglaura to help him achieve his amorous ends
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Media ID 4356528
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Achieve Amorous Bribes Ends Falls Hermes Mercury Sister Cecrops Herse Myth
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Bring the timeless tale of Hermes and Herse to life in your home with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the mythological god Hermes, also known as Mercury, falling deeply in love with Herse, the daughter of Cecrops. With the help of Herse's sister Aglaura, Hermes attempts to win her heart in this beautiful and intricately detailed artwork. Add this poster to your collection and let the story of love and intrigue unfold before your eyes."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print depicts a pivotal moment in the mythological tale of Hermes, the swift-footed Greek god of trade, thieves, travelers, and messages, and Herse, the beautiful daughter of Cecrops, the legendary first king of Athens. According to ancient Greek mythology, Hermes fell deeply in love with Herse and, in an attempt to win her heart, he enlisted the help of her sister Aglaura. Hermes' amorous intentions, however, were not pure. In a cunning move, he promised Aglaura that he would make her the queen of the gods if she helped him seduce Herse. Aglaura, blinded by greed and desire for power, agreed to Hermes' proposal. The scene captured in this print shows Hermes, dressed in his winged sandals and holding his caduceus, the symbol of his divine power, as he approaches Herse, who is shown sitting on a rock, surrounded by the lush greenery of the Athenian countryside. Aglaura, standing behind Hermes, smirks as she watches the scene unfold, seemingly pleased with her role in the deception. The historical and classical significance of this myth is rooted in the complexities of human emotions and desires. Hermes' infatuation with Herse and his willingness to use deceit and manipulation to win her heart reflects the intricacies of love and the lengths people will go to in pursuit of it. The involvement of Aglaura, who betrays her own sister for personal gain, highlights the destructive power of jealousy and ambition. This print, with its rich details and evocative imagery, invites us to explore the depths of human emotions and the timeless stories that have shaped our collective cultural heritage.
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