Mercury

Uploaded: September 09, 2017 | Entered: September 09, 2017 03:52:54

Description

A silhouette of the bronze sculpture of Mercury which caps the fountain in the rotunda of the National Gallery of Art. Composed against the building's north window which features a scalloped grille. His winged hat, and winged shoes, enable his speedy travels. He carries a caduceus staff, a symbol of trade, commerce and negotiation (Mercury is considered a god of trade, financial gain and abundance.) The caduceus has been confused with the Rod of Asclepius - a stick with a single entwined snake. The Rod is the ancient symbol of medicine and healing, yet in North America in particular, the caduceus has been used (incorrectly, it turns out) to symbolize the medical profession almost exclusively.
9/17 2nd Place - DD

Comments

Harvey A. Ravitch September 09, 2017

Fantastic silohouette & background combination here. Wonderful story & capture!s #1695594

Chris Budny level-deluxe September 09, 2017

Thank you very much, Harvey! #11639241

Joanna Kovalcsik level-classic September 09, 2017

Nice symmetry, light, and description, Chris. #11639415

Chris Budny level-deluxe September 11, 2017 1

Thanks, Joanna! #11639756

Amanda D. Austwick level-classic November 01, 2017

Great silhouette of this Mercury statue, and congratulations on your Gold! #11654116

Joanna Kovalcsik level-classic November 01, 2017

Congratulations, Chris!! :o) #11654346

Chris Budny level-deluxe November 01, 2017

Thank you both, ladies! #11654363

Gail Sullivan level-classic November 02, 2017

Congrats, Christopher! #11654495

Chris Budny level-deluxe November 02, 2017

Thanks, Gail! #11654517

Harvey A. Ravitch November 02, 2017

Golden ! A very awesome image & Winner! #11654524

Deborah C. Lewinson level-addict November 02, 2017

Beautiful capture and processing, Chris! Congrats on your win! #11654842

Chris Budny level-deluxe November 03, 2017

Thank you both, Deborah & Harvey! #11654949

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