Cartoon for Mercury 

This cartoon for a stained glass window, created by American artist Elihu Vedder, depicts Mercury, the Roman messenger god, with his winged sandals and caduceus, a staff entwined with snakes. The image includes the sun and a wheel, symbolizing Mercury's speed and the celestial bodies he traveled through. Vedder's style, characterized by a blend of classical and symbolic elements, is evident in this work. While the date of creation is unknown, it likely reflects the artist's interest in mythology, which he explored throughout his long career. The cartoon, a preliminary design for a stained glass window, would have been intended to be a decorative and allegorical piece.