Lot 102 , After Giambologna. A pair of bronze figures of Mercury and Companion, 26in.
After Giambologna. A pair of bronze figures of Mercury and Companion, 26in.
Estimate £300-500
Mercury in very good condition. Slight copperish tones showing through at edges of plinth where original patination has been polished away. Underside of base no.35225 . Companion figure- Fortuna, no.35158 with some white discolouration patches scattered throughout the body but particularly in the recesses again rubbed around base but overall good order.
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Sold for £500