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Large Fine Bronze Sculpture of Mercury and Original Marble Pedestal

Circa 1860's

About the Item

Fine Grand Tour bronze sculpture of mercury flying on the wind after Giambologna. Polished rouge marble and bronze attached base. Green marble pedestal. Inscribed Jean de Bologne ( Giambologna). Over all height 8'7". Mercury with base measures: 44" H. and pedestal measures: 47" H x 12" W. Dark verde gris patina, mid-19th century. # nude male figure
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1860's
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 91 in (231.14 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Rochester, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 772008 nude sculpture male Hermes statue1stDibs: LU165028965042
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