Description:

Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A leaded bronze statuette of Mercury - Greek Hermes - depicted standing in contrapposto and holding his caduceus against his left shoulder. Gazing to his right, the ancient deity is nude, save for a lengthy drape that falls from his forearm and loosely covers his shoulders. As messenger of the gods, Mercury was a traveler who was never at rest, as indicated by the liberal remains of wings at the side of his cap or petasos. Size: 1.2" W x 3.3" H (3 cm x 8.4 cm)

Provenance: ex-Nancy and Dr. E.F. Simpson collection, Los Angeles, California, USA, acquired from 1970 to 2000

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#172045

  • Condition: Losses to wings on cap, right ankle, right foot, right hand, and top of caduceus. Abrasions to surface and some softening of details, as expected with age. Otherwise, very nice with rich patina.

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