Mercury
The winged Mercury is one of the most beloved themes in late 16th- and 17th-century bronze sculpture. As the swift messenger of the classical gods he is invariably shown in full flight, balancing only on the toes of one foot. This gave rise to an elegant composition that, in keeping with the aesthetics of Mannerism, afforded an enchanting profile from all angles.
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Mercury
The winged Mercury is one of the most beloved themes in late 16th- and 17th-century bronze sculpture. As the swift messenger of the classical gods he is invariably shown in full flight, balancing only on the toes of one foot. This gave rise to an elegant composition that, in keeping with the aesthetics of Mannerism, afforded an enchanting profile from all angles.
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Een van de meest geliefde them ...... zijden een fraai profiel bood.
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The winged Mercury is one of t ...... nting profile from all angles.
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BK-1953-19
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Rijksmuseum
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Mercurius
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Mercury
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created
c. 1560 - c. 1565
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ca. 1560 - ca. 1565
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extent
breedte 25 cm
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depth 14 cm
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diepte 14 cm
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height 44.5 cm
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hoogte 44,5 cm
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width 25 cm
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Collectie: beeldhouwwerken
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Collection: sculptures
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spatial
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derde kwart 16e eeuw
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third quarter 16th century
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