Allegorische voorstelling met Mercurius als boodschapper 1651

"Allegorische voorstelling met Mercurius als boodschapper" (1651) is an etching by Michel Dorigny (1616-1665). The print depicts a scene with the Roman messenger god Mercury. The composition is layered, with a group of figures seated on a boat, seemingly in the clouds, above a group of figures in a watery scene. The scene is likely an allegory for the god's role as a messenger between the gods and mortals. Dorigny was a prominent engraver, known for his meticulous detail and skilled draftsmanship. The print demonstrates his ability to depict complex compositions and nuanced expressions in a dynamic and engaging way.