This 38cm bronze sculpture of the "Flying Mercury," modeled after Giambologna’s 16th-century masterpiece, is a premier example of a "Grand Tour" style cabinet piece. The figure is captured in a dynamic, serpentine pose, balanced gracefully upon a gust of wind from the mouth of Zephyrus to create a sense of weightlessness within the heavy metal casting. This specific version is distinguished by a significant discovery: the messenger god holds a herald’s scroll in his left hand rather than the common caduceus. As a specialised foundry variation, this detail ensures the sculpture is entirely complete as intended, symbolising the delivery of wisdom and law. Identified by his iconic winged petasos and talaria, Mercury points toward the heavens with an athletic elegance that draws the eye upward. The work features a rich, variegated chocolate-brown patina with subtle wear on high points that suggests a history of careful handling. While the piece is unsigned, its substantial weight and the complexity of the casting indicate a traditional lost-wax process typical of fine 19th or early 20th-century reproductions. Standing at an ideal height for a library desk or mantel, this intact work remains a powerful symbol of communication and commerce, making it a sophisticated addition to any professional collection.
 
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Measurements. 
Height from base top- 38cm
Base Width 9cm 
Depth- 9cm