Mercury and Argus

About this work

This painting shows a young man sitting on the ground, wearing a straw hat and a white cloth around his waist. He's holding a pair of scissors in his right hand and a blue cloth in his left. Beside him sits an older man with a long white beard, wearing a red robe. The older man is holding a staff in his right hand. There are several cows and a dog in the background. The scene is set outdoors, with trees and bushes surrounding the figures. The colors are muted, with shades of brown, green, and blue dominating the palette. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this painting, check out Jacob Jordaens.