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Mercury Abducting Psyche

Michael Philip I, after Jan Muller

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts two mythological figures embracing in a dynamic pose. The male figure appears to be lifting the female figure, both displaying muscular forms. The male figure wears a helmet with wings, resembling Mercury or Hermes. Both figures are nude, with the male figure sporting a winged sandal. The sculpture is monochrome, likely marble, with intricate anatomical detailing. The figures stand on a pedestal above the viewer.

Artwork Details

Date
1652
Medium
black chalk, pen and brown ink, brown and grey wash heightened with white
Dimensions
3318 × 5431 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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