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A Patinated Bronze Figure of Mercury, Late 19th Century

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A Patinated Bronze Figure of Mercury, Late 19th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collection. Description: Modelled after Giambologna’s most celebrated work, the figure of Mercury is intended to be admired from every point of view. The figure clad in a winged helmet assumes an arabesque, his right leg and arm both raised whilst his left arm holds the caduceus or staff of Hermes, his left foot supported by wind blown from the mouth of Zephyr, raised on a shaped integral base of cylindrical form. Home decor, Interior design and collectibles. Dimensions: Height: 31.5cm Width: 6cm Depth: 10cm
  • Attributed to:
    Giambologna (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.41 in (31.5 cm)Width: 2.37 in (6 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    ARMADALE, AU
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: GS56 CP/MTCC1stDibs: LU8952244137642

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