Mercurius brengt Bacchus naar de nimfen van Nysa 1801

"Mercurius brings Bacchus to the nymphs of Nysa" is an etching by Pierre Audouin, created in 1801. The artwork depicts the Roman god Mercury, with wings and a caduceus, carrying the infant god Bacchus to the nymphs of Nysa. The nymphs, in a contemplative pose, look up at the scene. Audouin uses a classical style, evident in the drapery and poses of the figures. The print is from a series of etchings by Audouin that depict scenes from classical mythology. This print is currently part of the Rijksmuseum collection.