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Regent Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Mercury is cast after the original held at the Museo Nazionale in Naples
The bronze is standing on a carved wooden base.
The attention to detail here is remarkable and this bronze is sure to receive the maximum amount of attention wherever it is placed.
Condition:
In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 21 x Width 19 x Depth 12 - Bronze
Height 3.5 x Width 26 x Depth 15 - Base
Dimensions in inches:
Height 8 inches x Width 7 inches x Depth 5 inches - Bronze
Height 1 inch x Width 10 inches x Depth 6 inches - Base
Hermes - was the great Olympian God of animal husbandry, roads, travel, hospitality, heralds, diplomacy, trade, thievery, language, writing, persuasion, cunning wiles, athletic contests, gymnasiums, astronomy, and astrology.
He was also the personal agent and herald of Zeus, the king of the gods. Hermes was depicted as either a handsome and athletic, beardless youth, or as an older bearded man. His attributes included the herald's wand or kerykeion (Latin caduceus), winged boots, and sometimes a winged travelers cap and chlamys cloak. He was known as Mercury to the Romans.
Our reference: A2810
Regent Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
We specialise in english and continental furniture, silver, porcelain and decorative items.
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Antique Italian Bronze Sculpture Mercury Hermes Chiurazzi & Fils 19thc
