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19th Century Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture Mercury

$1,986.59
£1,476.36
€1,690
CA$2,728.09
A$3,070.94
CHF 1,624.64
MX$38,091.26
NOK 20,074.21
SEK 19,199.20
DKK 12,860.40
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About the Item

Bronze sculpture of the god Mercury Representation of the god Mercury standing on Aeolus, the god of the wind (according to Gianbologna), on a marble base from which a fluted column in gilt metal emerges. It is missing some elements. This is a very decorative piece of the GRAND TOUR.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)Width: 4.73 in (12 cm)Depth: 6.7 in (17 cm)
  • Style:
    Grand Tour (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Madrid, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU954345509252

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