Artwork
Mercury Confiding the Infant Bacchus to the Nymphs of Nysa
Mercury Confiding the Infant Bacchus to the Nymphs of Nysa is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist François Boucher. It dates from 1769 and is held in the collection of the Kimbell Art Museum.
About this work
Overview
Mercury Confiding the Infant Bacchus to the Nymphs of Nysa is an oil painting by François Boucher, created in 1769. It is a mythological scene held at the Kimbell Art Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a tranquil scene of figures in a natural setting. A woman holds a baby, surrounded by other women and children, while a man appears above with two cherubs. The scene is likely drawn from mythology, with Mercury entrusting the infant Bacchus to nymphs.
Technique & Style
The work features soft, pastel colors and gentle brushstrokes, evoking a sense of serenity. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates depth and dimension, drawing attention to the central figure of the woman with the baby.
Artist & collection
Artist
François Boucher was a French painter, draughtsman and etcher, who worked in the Rococo style.
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