How does this artwork elucidate its History?
Jacob Jordaens (also known as Jacques Jordaens) was born in Antwerp, the Habsburg Netherlands, in 1593.  He grew up in a rich family and received a good education, proven by his biblical and mythological knowledge. In 1620, he painted Mercury and Argus and started collaborating with Van Dyck and Rubens.
The Mayor of Lyon Jean-François Termes acquired the artwork in 1843 for the sum of 2,000 francs (US$1,990). It was restored in 1991.
Habsburg Netherlands Argus Jacob Jordaens Antwerp Rubens Mercury Jordaens Van Dyck Lyon