Mercury And Fortune - 19th Century Bronze And Marble Sculptures After Jean De Bologne Clodion

The Flying Mercury and Fortune
Pair of bronze and marble figures representing The Flying Mercury and Fortune, after Jean de Bologne, with marble bases adorned with bronze bas-reliefs signed Clodion.  
19th century  

Height: approx. 85 and 86 cm  
Diameters: approx. 17 cm  

This pair of sculptures highlights two emblematic figures: The Flying Mercury, symbol of movement and lightness, and Fortune, embodiment of prosperity and chance. Inspired by the works of Jean de Bologne, a master of the Renaissance, these pieces illustrate the artist's virtuosity in capturing movement and the finesse of details.  

The Flying Mercury is a representation of the Roman god of commerce and travel, often associated with speed and communication.
This figure embodies the dynamism and grace characteristic of Jean de Bologne's works, a 16th-century sculptor known for his complex compositions and mastery of human forms.  

Fortune, on the other hand, is often depicted with attributes such as a cornucopia and a wheel, symbolizing luck and wealth. This sculpture reflects the 19th century's interest in mythological themes and allegorical figures, reinterpreted through a neoclassical lens.  

The marble bases, adorned with bronze bas-reliefs of the same color as the sculptures, bear the signature of Clodion. This sculptor, active in the 18th century, is renowned for his mythological and ornamental scenes, combining a baroque style with remarkable lightness.  

In very good condition, with some signs of wear corresponding to the age of the pieces.  

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