Roman Bronze Mercury Statuette

(Bronze, 145 grams, 10 cm.).

Circa 1st-2nd century AD. A cast bronze statuette of naked Mercury with winged petasos cap, bag of gold coins in his right hand and caduceus in his left, a textile cape draped over his left arm; supplied with custom-made display stand.

Provenance

Ex H.D. Rauch Auction, 8-10 December 2010, lot 1116.

CONDITION

VETTING:

TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process

AUCTIONS:

TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.

LOT 0287

Roman Bronze Mercury Statuette

Sold for (Inc. bp): £748

Print page

RELATED LOTS

ANCIENT TO ISLAMIC MIXED POLYCHROME BEAD NECKLACE

Lot No. 0390
Sold for (Inc. premium): £138

ROMAN GOLD ON SILVER LEDA AND THE SWAN APPLIQUE

Lot No. 0270
Sold for (Inc. premium): £138

ROMAN PAIR OF FIGURAL CHARIOT FITTINGS

Lot No. 0350
Sold for (Inc. premium): £3,450