Mercury, from 'Game of Mythology' (Jeu de la Mythologie) — Stefano della Bella | DiscoverArt

Stefano della Bella

Mercury, from 'Game of Mythology' (Jeu de la Mythologie)

1644

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5.3 × 6.2 cm (2.1 × 2.4 in)

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