$600
Italian, late 19th Century. Bronze casting of Mercury after Giovanni Bologna (Flemish, active in Italy, 1529 – 1608). Endowed with wings on his staff, sandals or heels, and traveler’s hat, Mercury is shown here as though elevated by a puff of air blown out by the cherub whose face appears beneath his foot. Sculpture is missing the caduceus (symbol of peace). Height 30.75", diameter of base 7".
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2014-10-05