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A pair of antique Italian bronze statues depicting Mercury and Victory
The statues are circa 1880 and signed by the …
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A pair of antique Italian bronze statues depicting Mercury and Victory
The statues are circa 1880 and signed by the artist Giambologna which was the working name of of the Flemish sculptor Jean de Bologne (please see close up photo)
Signature is on the bottom of the back of the leg
Circa 1880
One statue depicts Mercury - or Hermes - who was the messenger of the Gods
The other shows Victory - also known as Nike in Greek mythology, who was also associated with other Roman deities, particularly Jupiter and Mars Good size at almost three feet tall each - 84 inches
The patina and casting of the bronze is superb, very detailed Both stand on round marble pedestal bases
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- Dimensions
- 11.02ʺW × 9.06ʺD × 33.07ʺH
- Country of Origin
- Greece
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Marble
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. less
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