Lot 49
  • 49

Italie, XVIIIe siècle Mercure

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • Mercure
  • en bronze à patine brune
  • Haut. 38 cm; height 15 in.

Condition

Good condition overall with some minor wear to the patina and some remains of oxidation to the surface, consistent with age and handling. A few casting joints visible at several places, in particular to Mercury's proper left thigh. Good cast.
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