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Marius Pierre MontagneSeated Mercury, or Hermes - God of Speed1867
1867
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This Mercury by Montagne has lovely patina and surface and is a pleasingly different depiction of Winged speed as he is seated! It is an arresting pose and elegant and covers all facets of what this God represented.
In Roman mythology - Mercury is not only represents speed but he is the messenger of the Gods. It is the same in Greek Mythology and he is also considered a bit of a trickster.
Montagne gives him a sheathed sword - a weapon to wield or to defend as well as the Pan flute which rounds him out as also an entertainer and as we see here - perhaps in that mode. However his winged elements suggest he can at any moment be moved to action.
A wonderful size work to put on any size table or spot to bring a classical element to a room. Montagne is a very early 19th century sculptor of fine repute. At this time in France, it was the golden era of bronzes so few casts existing meant a piece was not well received. A successful and popular work with patrons was cast as much as possible. We believe more than 20 of these were cast but probably under 50 and it is unknown how many of these still exist.
- Creator:Marius Pierre Montagne (1828 - 1879, French)
- Creation Year:1867
- Dimensions:Height: 24.63 in (62.57 cm)Width: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)Depth: 15.75 in (40.01 cm)
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- Condition:Lovely condition - no issues, appropriate condition to age.
- Gallery Location:Greenwich, CT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1413214489062
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