19th Century Masterpiece Of The Feet Of "mercury" In Carrara Marble

19th century masterpiece of the Feet of "Mercury" in Carrara marble 46 x 30 x 20 cm Good condition for the period The "feet of Mercury" (or more precisely the winged sandals of Mercury) are an iconographic attribute of the Roman god Mercury (equivalent to the Greek Hermes). They symbolize his speed and his ability to move quickly between different realms and between gods and men. These sandals, often depicted with wings, allow Mercury to fly and fulfill his missions as messenger of the gods and protector of travelers. Here are some details about Mercury's feet: Winged sandals: Mercury's sandals are not ordinary shoes, but are equipped with wings, symbolizing his speed and ability to fly. Symbol: The wings represent not only physical speed, but also mental agility and Mercury's ability to move quickly between different planes of reality. Attribute of Mercury: The winged sandals are one of Mercury's most recognizable iconographic attributes, along with the caduceus (a staff adorned with two twisted snakes) and the winged hat (petasus). Role as messenger: Thanks to his speed, Mercury is the messenger of the gods, responsible for transmitting messages and orders between the different deities and between gods and humans. Protector of travelers: Mercury is also considered the protector of travelers, as he helps them reach their destination quickly and safely with their winged sandals.