Merkur bringer Epimedes Pandoras æske 1743 - 1809

Nicolai Abildgaard's "Merkur bringer Epimedes Pandoras æske" (Mercury brings Epimetheus Pandora's box), a pen and ink drawing from 1743-1809, depicts the Greek god Mercury delivering Pandora's infamous box to Epimetheus. The drawing showcases Abildgaard's mastery of line and form, creating a dynamic and expressive depiction of the mythological scene. The piece is housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst and is a fine example of Danish Neoclassicism. The drawing's small size, 190 mm x 195 mm, underscores its intimate and focused nature, offering a close-up view of this pivotal moment in Greek mythology.