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Marble Bust of the Young Hermes Signed Corio
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Marble Bust of the Young Hermes Signed Corio

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Cella
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Interesting late 19th or early 20th century French white marble bust of a smiling young Hermes the future 'messenger of Olympus' with his winged helmet. Signed to the neck 'A Corio' the sculpture of the relief plaque of Frederic Ozanam (1813-1853) at the Church of Saint-Etienne-du-Mont in Paris and founder of the charitable Society Saint-Vincent de Paul in 1833. Fascinating bust, classically inspired, mounted on a later white marble block with a black marble base.

Date of Manufacture

Cella has dated this Carved Marble Hermes Bust to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
15.5cm (6.10")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1244819
Dealers Internal Reference
CA913
Dealers Notes

Based in London, we are dealers in fine decorative antiques from the 18th and 19th centuries. We specialise in this era of enlightenment, neoclassicism and the Grand Tour, with its far reaching influence on style and taste in Britain, Continental Europe and beyond: elegance in the age of Napoleon. Our extensive stock covers all aspects of this period and decorative antiques influenced by the period. We constantly source new, beautiful items and upload to our site regularly. We are first and foremost antique collectors with over thirty years of experience; we only buy what we love and we hope you will too. Additional images can be supplied on request. More items are available on our website http://www.cellantiques.co.uk. We ship worldwide.

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Interesting late 19th or early 20th century French white marble bust of a smiling young Hermes the future 'messenger of Olympus' with his winged helmet. Signed to the neck 'A Corio' the sculpture of the relief plaque of Frederic Ozanam (1813-1853) at the Church of Saint-Etienne-du-Mont in Paris and founder of the charitable Society Saint-Vincent de Paul in 1833.
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Fascinating bust, classically inspired, mounted on a later white marble block with a black marble base.
Cella
Date of Manufacture

Cella has dated this Carved Marble Hermes Bust to the 1900s.

Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
15.5cm (6.10")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1244819
Dealers Internal Ref
CA913
Cella
Cella
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2019

Specialists in the grand tour and french decorative objects, clocks and furniture, circa 1780-1880.

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A carved off-white marble bust depicting the young Hermes with winged headgear, supported by a white square marble pedestal on a dark slate base.
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Archive I A carved off-white marble bust depicting the young Hermes with winged headgear, supported by a white square marble pedestal on a dark slate base.

Marble Bust of the Young Hermes Signed Corio

Archive II A carved off-white marble bust depicting the young Hermes with winged headgear, supported by a white square marble pedestal on a dark slate base. View II
Archive III A carved off-white marble bust depicting the young Hermes with winged headgear, supported by a white square marble pedestal on a dark slate base. View III
Archive IV A carved off-white marble bust depicting the young Hermes with winged headgear, supported by a white square marble pedestal on a dark slate base. View IV
Archive V A carved off-white marble bust depicting the young Hermes with winged headgear, supported by a white square marble pedestal on a dark slate base. View V
Archive VI A carved off-white marble bust depicting the young Hermes with winged headgear, supported by a white square marble pedestal on a dark slate base. View VI
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A carved off-white marble bust depicting the young Hermes with winged headgear, supported by a white square marble pedestal on a dark slate base.
Marble bust of the young Hermes signed Corio
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A carved off-white marble bust depicting the young Hermes with winged headgear, supported by a white square marble pedestal on a dark slate base.
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  • ObjectBust
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialMarble, Slate
  • ColourOff White
  • MotifsWinged cap, Carved curls, Square pedestal base
  • SizeH 33 cm (13 in) x W 15.5 cm (6 in) x D 18 cm (7 in)

This Neoclassical bust depicts the young Hermes in off-white marble, showing detailed carved curls and a winged cap upon his head. The sculpture carries a signature to the neck and is mounted on a later white square marble pedestal resting atop a dark slate base. Visible details include the smiling facial expression, textured curly hair, feathered wing motifs, smooth stone surfaces, and clean linear edges of the plinth. Dimensions measure 33 cm high, 15.5 cm wide, and 18 cm deep. Suitable for placement within a traditional gentleman's library or study, the piece fits neatly upon a mantelpiece, desktop, or bookshelf. It brings a classical decorative accent to interior schemes, complementing wooden furniture and period collections while offering an understated historical focal point.

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Busts of Hermes portray the Ancient Greek messenger deity, traditionally depicted with winged headgear known as a petasos. These sculptures gained widespread popularity during the Neoclassical period and the Grand Tour era, when sculptors created fine marble representations inspired by classical antiquity.

Classical busts are carved from solid blocks of natural marble using specialized hand chisels and rasps before being hand-polished. The carved portrait is typically mounted via an internal pin onto a separate rectangular or circular marble plinth for stability.

Authentic period pieces display hand-chiseled tooling marks on unseen surfaces, natural tonal variations within the stone, and light surface wear consistent with age. Sculptor signatures are typically incised directly into the reverse side of the shoulder or the plinth base.

A marble bust serves as a classic architectural feature when placed on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or sideboard top. Positioning stone sculpture against dark wall surfaces or alongside geometric furniture creates a balanced contrast between traditional classical form and modern lines.

Dust marble surfaces regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth, keeping the stone free from acidic liquids or abrasive cleaners. For surface dirt, wipe gently with a soft cloth dampened with distilled water and neutral soap, taking care to dry the area immediately.
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