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Roman statuette of Mercury
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ITEM: Statuette of Mercury
MATERIAL: Bronze
CULTURE: Roman
PERIOD: 1st - 2nd Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 48 mm x 23 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex Spanish private collection, bought in English auction house. Ex private collection formed between 1965 - 1975
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 3 to 5 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the hammer price, this amount will be added to the final invoice.
IMPORTANT: Stand not included
Roman Mercury statuettes were small representations of Mercury, the Roman god of commerce, communication, travelers, and thieves, who was equivalent to the Greek god Hermes. Mercury was a highly revered deity in Roman religion, symbolizing speed, cunning, and the flow of goods and information. These statuettes, often made of bronze, marble, or terracotta, were common household objects and were used in both personal and public spaces, serving as devotional items in homes, marketplaces, or even travelers’ sanctuaries. Mercury’s winged cap and caduceus, a staff with two snakes intertwined, are often prominent features in these statuettes, symbolizing his role as the messenger of the gods and a guide for souls.
The popularity of Mercury in Roman society is reflected in the widespread use of these statuettes, which were not only decorative but also functioned as protective talismans. Romans believed that placing a Mercury statuette in a home or business would bring good fortune in trade, smooth communication, and protection during travel. His association with commerce made him especially popular among merchants, who would often keep small Mercury statuettes in their shops to ensure prosperous transactions. These figurines were also placed in sacred spaces dedicated to Mercury, where travelers and merchants would make offerings for safe journeys and successful endeavors.
Roman Mercury statuettes also reveal the syncretism in Roman religion, where Mercury's identity was blended with local deities in the regions that Rome conquered. In the provinces, especially in Gaul and Britain, Mercury was sometimes fused with local gods of travel or trade, making him an adaptable figure across the empire. The craftsmanship of these statuettes varied greatly, from simple, mass-produced terracotta figures to finely detailed bronze statues that were prized possessions of the wealthier classes.
MATERIAL: Bronze
CULTURE: Roman
PERIOD: 1st - 2nd Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 48 mm x 23 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex Spanish private collection, bought in English auction house. Ex private collection formed between 1965 - 1975
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 3 to 5 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the hammer price, this amount will be added to the final invoice.
IMPORTANT: Stand not included
Roman Mercury statuettes were small representations of Mercury, the Roman god of commerce, communication, travelers, and thieves, who was equivalent to the Greek god Hermes. Mercury was a highly revered deity in Roman religion, symbolizing speed, cunning, and the flow of goods and information. These statuettes, often made of bronze, marble, or terracotta, were common household objects and were used in both personal and public spaces, serving as devotional items in homes, marketplaces, or even travelers’ sanctuaries. Mercury’s winged cap and caduceus, a staff with two snakes intertwined, are often prominent features in these statuettes, symbolizing his role as the messenger of the gods and a guide for souls.
The popularity of Mercury in Roman society is reflected in the widespread use of these statuettes, which were not only decorative but also functioned as protective talismans. Romans believed that placing a Mercury statuette in a home or business would bring good fortune in trade, smooth communication, and protection during travel. His association with commerce made him especially popular among merchants, who would often keep small Mercury statuettes in their shops to ensure prosperous transactions. These figurines were also placed in sacred spaces dedicated to Mercury, where travelers and merchants would make offerings for safe journeys and successful endeavors.
Roman Mercury statuettes also reveal the syncretism in Roman religion, where Mercury's identity was blended with local deities in the regions that Rome conquered. In the provinces, especially in Gaul and Britain, Mercury was sometimes fused with local gods of travel or trade, making him an adaptable figure across the empire. The craftsmanship of these statuettes varied greatly, from simple, mass-produced terracotta figures to finely detailed bronze statues that were prized possessions of the wealthier classes.
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ITEM: Statuette of Mercury
MATERIAL: Bronze
CULTURE: Roman
PERIOD: 1st - 2nd Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 48 mm x 23 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex Spanish private collection, bought in English auction house. Ex private collection formed between 1965 - 1975
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 3 to 5 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the hammer price, this amount will be added to the final invoice.
IMPORTANT: Stand not included
Roman Mercury statuettes were small representations of Mercury, the Roman god of commerce, communication, travelers, and thieves, who was equivalent to the Greek god Hermes. Mercury was a highly revered deity in Roman religion, symbolizing speed, cunning, and the flow of goods and information. These statuettes, often made of bronze, marble, or terracotta, were common household objects and were used in both personal and public spaces, serving as devotional items in homes, marketplaces, or even travelers’ sanctuaries. Mercury’s winged cap and caduceus, a staff with two snakes intertwined, are often prominent features in these statuettes, symbolizing his role as the messenger of the gods and a guide for souls.
The popularity of Mercury in Roman society is reflected in the widespread use of these statuettes, which were not only decorative but also functioned as protective talismans. Romans believed that placing a Mercury statuette in a home or business would bring good fortune in trade, smooth communication, and protection during travel. His association with commerce made him especially popular among merchants, who would often keep small Mercury statuettes in their shops to ensure prosperous transactions. These figurines were also placed in sacred spaces dedicated to Mercury, where travelers and merchants would make offerings for safe journeys and successful endeavors.
Roman Mercury statuettes also reveal the syncretism in Roman religion, where Mercury's identity was blended with local deities in the regions that Rome conquered. In the provinces, especially in Gaul and Britain, Mercury was sometimes fused with local gods of travel or trade, making him an adaptable figure across the empire. The craftsmanship of these statuettes varied greatly, from simple, mass-produced terracotta figures to finely detailed bronze statues that were prized possessions of the wealthier classes.
MATERIAL: Bronze
CULTURE: Roman
PERIOD: 1st - 2nd Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 48 mm x 23 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex Spanish private collection, bought in English auction house. Ex private collection formed between 1965 - 1975
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 3 to 5 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the hammer price, this amount will be added to the final invoice.
IMPORTANT: Stand not included
Roman Mercury statuettes were small representations of Mercury, the Roman god of commerce, communication, travelers, and thieves, who was equivalent to the Greek god Hermes. Mercury was a highly revered deity in Roman religion, symbolizing speed, cunning, and the flow of goods and information. These statuettes, often made of bronze, marble, or terracotta, were common household objects and were used in both personal and public spaces, serving as devotional items in homes, marketplaces, or even travelers’ sanctuaries. Mercury’s winged cap and caduceus, a staff with two snakes intertwined, are often prominent features in these statuettes, symbolizing his role as the messenger of the gods and a guide for souls.
The popularity of Mercury in Roman society is reflected in the widespread use of these statuettes, which were not only decorative but also functioned as protective talismans. Romans believed that placing a Mercury statuette in a home or business would bring good fortune in trade, smooth communication, and protection during travel. His association with commerce made him especially popular among merchants, who would often keep small Mercury statuettes in their shops to ensure prosperous transactions. These figurines were also placed in sacred spaces dedicated to Mercury, where travelers and merchants would make offerings for safe journeys and successful endeavors.
Roman Mercury statuettes also reveal the syncretism in Roman religion, where Mercury's identity was blended with local deities in the regions that Rome conquered. In the provinces, especially in Gaul and Britain, Mercury was sometimes fused with local gods of travel or trade, making him an adaptable figure across the empire. The craftsmanship of these statuettes varied greatly, from simple, mass-produced terracotta figures to finely detailed bronze statues that were prized possessions of the wealthier classes.
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8.1. If you win more than one item, we can do a combined shipment and you will not be charged extra for it, unless one of the pieces won makes shipping more expensive.
8.2. Items will be shipped only upon receipt of payment in full and will be insured for their full value. For shipments outside Europe, customs and duties may apply upon entry in to customer country, and this fee, if any, is the buyer’s responsibility. We will not falsify customs value on international shipments! If you have questions about this, please inquire before bidding.
8.3. As a guideline, for a small parcel, our courier and insured shipping rates are: 9,95 € for Spain, 24,95 € for Europe, England and Switzerland and 39,95 € for America and Asia. If its a medium parcel, 9,95 € for Spain, 24,95 € for Europe, England and Switzerland and 69,95 € for America and Asia. In case it is large, heavy or for a value of more than 1000 euros may be increased slightly from the rates shown.
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