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Antique Empire Head of Hermes Carved Wood Messenger of Zeus God of Merchants

About the Item

This beautiful head of Hermes wearing his winged helmet is carved out of boxwood and has preserved the original gilding. The head is mounted on a blackened oak board retaining it's original seagrass green paint. This unusual relief was made in Italy or France, circa 1810.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24.02 in (61 cm)Width: 22.84 in (58 cm)Depth: 2.37 in (6 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1810
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Munich, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5195219505112
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