Lot n° 236
Estimation :
5000 - 7000
EUR
Monumental bronze statue of Mercury after Giambologna - Lot 236
Monumental bronze statue of Mercury after Giambologna
A major bronze sculpture depicting Mercury, the messenger of the gods in Roman mythology, portrayed in an airy and dynamic pose. The figure wears the winged helmet and holds the caduceus, while leaning on the head of Aeolus, the personification of the winds. This composition is based on the famous model created by Giambologna (1529–1608), whose numerous reproductions enjoyed great success in the 19th and 20th centuries for interior and architectural decoration. Beautiful dark green patina.
Details: bronze – after Giambologna – 20th century – height: 193 cm.
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