A bronze sculpture of Mercury, after Giambologna
20th century
Signed to the base: Gianbologna [sic]; further marked: Firenze
After the sculpture "Mercury" by Giambologna (circa 1580), depicting the Roman god, Mercury, brandishing a caduceus and wearing his winged helmet
34" H

Overall fair to good condition with minor scuffs and darkening/oxidation to bronze commensurate with age. The sculpture has multiple breaks including the pointer finger of the left hand and the caduceus has broken off entirely, as well, as multiple chips to the marble base. Likewise, the mount connecting the figure to the base is very loose and unable to stand fully upright. Condition reports are offered as a courtesy and are typically published in Moran's catalogue or can be made available upon request. The absence of a condition report does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of others. Buyers are responsible for determining to their own satisfaction the true nature and condition of any lot prior to bidding. Though buyers are not legally required to inspect lots prior to purchase, failure to do so may constitute a waiver of complaint that an item was not delivered in a condition equal to the existent condition at the auction.