17th Jul, 2021 9:30 GMT/BST

Summer Fine Sale (Day Two)

 
  Lot 228
 

228

After Giambologna (1529-1608): A Pair of Bronze Figures of Mercury and Fortuna, on Sienna...

After Giambologna (1529-1608): A Pair of Bronze Figures of Mercury and Fortuna, on Sienna marble and bronze columns cast with figures, 84cm and 85cm high

Sold for £900
Estimated at £1,000 - £1,500


 

Mercury lacking leaf from his right hand. Fortuna with some loose joints. Overall very light wear only. Bases free from notable chips.

 


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Auction: Summer Fine Sale (Day Two), 17th Jul, 2021

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