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Mercury

French 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture features a male figure in a dynamic pose, standing on one foot above a smaller head-like figure. The figure is reaching upward with one hand and holding what appears to be a caduceus in the other hand. The sculpture is made of dark, likely bronze material, giving it a polished and smooth appearance with a metallic sheen. It is mounted on a red marble base with veined patterns, placed on a square golden plinth. The figure's proportions are realistic, with a sense of grace and agility conveyed through its twisted torso and outstretched limbs. The face, hair, and muscular build are detailed and lifelike, maintaining a stylized classical aesthetic.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
3375 × 5160 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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