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Classic Bust: Mercury
Classic Bust: Mercury

Classic Bust: Mercury

Date19th century
MediumMarble
Dimensions60 x 45 x 21 cm
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineCollection & image © Hugh Lane Gallery. Lane Gift, 1912.
Object number101
DescriptionThis is a classical bust showing the head and upper torso of a man. His upper torso is bare and a loose garment covers his right side and flows underneath his left arm. He is wearing a helmet with wings, generally associated with the Roman god, Mercury.
On View
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