BOLOGNESE SCHOOL (17th Century) MERCURY, ARGUS AND IO.

Oil on canvas/hemp Housed in a contemporary giltwood frame Unsigned Note: The story of Mercury and Argus is found in Ovid’s Metamorphoses and is part of the longer tale of Jupiter and Io, the beautiful young woman whom Jupiter seduced and then transformed into a white heifer in order to hide her from his jealous wife, Juno. When Juno discovered the deception, he sent Argus, her hundred-eyed watchman, to guard Io and prevent her from returning to her family. Jupiter then dispatched Mercury to kill Argus in order to free Io SIZE: 54″ x 46″. Overall: 55″ x 63″ CONDITION: As expected for age. Canvas has been lined, losses along bottom, discolored varnish, craquelure and restoration throughout 49991-3 (2,500-4,000) – Lot 1294

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1294	$4,147.50	BOLOGNESE SCHOOL (17th Century) MERCURY, ARGUS AND IO. Oil on canvas/hemp Housed in a contemporary giltwood frame Unsigned Note: The story of Mercury and Argus is found in Ovid’s Metamorphoses and is part of the longer tale of Jupiter and Io, the beautiful young woman whom Jupiter seduced and then transformed into a white heifer in order to hide her from his jealous wife, Juno. When Juno discovered the deception, he sent Argus, her hundred-eyed watchman, to guard Io and prevent her from returning to her family. Jupiter then dispatched Mercury to kill Argus in order to free Io SIZE: 54″ x 46″. Overall: 55″ x 63″ CONDITION: As expected for age. Canvas has been lined, losses along bottom, discolored varnish, craquelure and restoration throughout 49991-3 (2,500-4,000) – Lot 1294 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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BOLOGNESE SCHOOL (17th Century) MERCURY, ARGUS AND IO.