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Antique Seated Greek God Hermes Patinated Grand Tour Cast Bronze Sculpture

$8,950
£6,809.64
€7,846.09
CA$12,706.20
A$13,631.48
CHF 7,311.64
MX$164,121.16
NOK 92,171.86
SEK 84,047.96
DKK 58,620.78

About the Item

This large and substantial cast bronze sculpture is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in circa 1880 for the Grand Tour. The sculpture depicts the Greek god Hermes or mercury seated on a rock with one leg extended. The casting is very detailed from the locks of the hair, to the toes and straps of the sandals and is patinated black. The base is a cut and polished slab of marble.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Style:
    Greek Revival (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Some minor wear to the patination on the rear side as presented in the photos and consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hamilton, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1355217239751

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