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Signed Jean- Louis Gregoire Neoclassical Bronze Statue of Mercury
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$7,495
£5,657.12
€6,483.19
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CHF 6,018.55
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NOK 76,683.28
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About the Item
This captivating bronze sculpture depicting Hermes Leading Pandora to Epimetheus is a powerful and emotionally charged work inspired by classical mythology, attributed to Jean-Louis Grégoire, a sculptor celebrated for his refined academic modeling and expressive mythological subjects. Cast in richly patinated bronze, the composition exemplifies the high level of artistry associated with late 19th- to early 20th-century French decorative sculpture.
The sculpture presents Hermes, messenger of the gods, guiding Pandora with a gentle yet authoritative gesture. Hermes is depicted with idealized classical anatomy, his posture confident and forward-moving, while Pandora appears graceful yet contemplative, embodying innocence and foreboding in equal measure. Hermes carries the caduceus, symbol of divine authority, communication, and fate, reinforcing his role as intermediary between gods and mortals. The fluid drapery, naturalistic movement, and finely detailed facial expressions demonstrate exceptional casting quality and hand finishing, hallmarks of serious academic bronze work.
Mythological Significance
In Greek mythology, Pandora was created by Zeus as part of a divine punishment for mankind after Prometheus stole fire from the gods. Hermes was tasked with escorting Pandora to Epimetheus, Prometheus’ brother, who ignored warnings never to accept gifts from Olympus. Pandora brought with her the infamous jar—later called Pandora’s Box—which, when opened, released suffering, illness, and hardship into the world, leaving only Hope behind.
This moment—Pandora being led by Hermes—symbolizes inevitability, divine manipulation, and the fragile intersection between innocence and consequence. Artists throughout history have favored this scene because it captures the calm before catastrophe, imbued with tension, beauty, and tragic destiny. Hermes’ guiding hand represents fate itself, while Pandora’s poised elegance underscores humanity’s vulnerability to forces beyond its control.
Artistic and Decorative Appeal
Sculptures of this subject were highly prized in refined European interiors, particularly during the Belle Époque, when mythological bronzes conveyed education, taste, and cultural sophistication. Ideal for a library, mantel, or classical interior, this bronze sculpture functions as both a narrative artwork and a timeless decorative statement.
Highly sculptural, intellectually rich, and visually compelling, this Hermes and Pandora bronze by Jean-Louis Grégoire stands as a profound representation of classical mythology rendered with French academic mastery and enduring elegance.
Dimensions: 19.75 inches high x 8.5 inches deep x 9.25 inches wide.
- Dimensions:Height: 19.75 in (50.17 cm)Width: 9.25 in (23.5 cm)Depth: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
- Style:Neoclassical Revival (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Bronze,Bronzed
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- Date of Manufacture:1860
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition. Minor wear from cleaning.
- Seller Location:Swedesboro, NJ
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2091348044562
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