The painting depicts a scene with three figures standing in a body of water, surrounded by trees. The figure on the left wears a loincloth and has short hair, carrying a bundle on their back. The central figure points to the right, wearing a loincloth and a hat. The figure on the right stands with their back to the viewer, wearing a simple tunic. Trees with gnarled trunks and branches dominate the right side of the image, with smaller trees and bushes on the left. The background features a mountain range and a cloudy sky. The overall color palette is muted, with shades of brown, blue, and black. The title of the piece is "Mercury and Argos" and it is the work of Joseph Brett.
Artwork details
- Dimensions:
- 1263 × 654 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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