Bronze Statue Of Mercury , Height = 107 Cm
A spectacular mythological sculpture from the Grand Tour depicting Hermes or Mercury in flight.
In Greek mythology, Hermes was the messenger of the gods; the protector of travelers, merchants , and herds.
He wears a petasos (a small, round, flat, winged hat) and carries the caduceus, around which two snakes are entwined.
The wings at his feet allow him to move quickly and are one of his distinctive features.
Mercury , depicted as an athletic young man , is propelled into the air by a baby blowing a horn.
In his momentum , he raises his arm , pointing toward the sky , the source of divine knowledge.
The bronze sculpture rests on a beautiful onyx base ; it is beautifully crafted and in perfect condition !
Dated to the late 19th century , around 1900
Height = 107 centimetres !
In Greek mythology, Hermes was the messenger of the gods; the protector of travelers, merchants , and herds.
He wears a petasos (a small, round, flat, winged hat) and carries the caduceus, around which two snakes are entwined.
The wings at his feet allow him to move quickly and are one of his distinctive features.
Mercury , depicted as an athletic young man , is propelled into the air by a baby blowing a horn.
In his momentum , he raises his arm , pointing toward the sky , the source of divine knowledge.
The bronze sculpture rests on a beautiful onyx base ; it is beautifully crafted and in perfect condition !
Dated to the late 19th century , around 1900
Height = 107 centimetres !
3 175 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Renaissance, Louis 13th
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Bronze
Height: 107
Reference (ID): 1837982
Availability: In stock
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