{"product_id":"torso-mercury-marble","title":"Torso of Mercury - Marble Sculpture","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003etorso of Mercury\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/strong\u003eis a reproduction of the work of the famous Italian sculptor\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eAntonio Canova\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMercury, corresponding to\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eHermes\u003c\/strong\u003e in Greek mythology, was the deity of trade, communication and travel in Roman mythology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis sculpture is a refined reproduction in\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ewhite marble\u003c\/strong\u003e which evokes the majesty and energy of the winged god. It re-proposes the elegance of classic shapes, perfect for embellishing any environment with a touch of \u003cstrong\u003eancient art\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCharacteristics\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: recomposed Carrara marble\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase\u003c\/strong\u003e: marble\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensioni\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eStatua\u003c\/strong\u003e: 26 cm (\u003c\/span\u003e10.24\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan\u003einches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensioni base\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8 x 7 cm (3.15 x 2.76 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.4 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Patinated by hand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced in Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Curiosities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMercury\u003c\/strong\u003e was one of the most revered gods in antiquity, often represented with his wings on his feet and a caduceus in his hand. Symbol of speed and messenger of the gods, Mercury embodied dynamism and ingenuity. Sculptures of his torso were highly prized in Roman villas and gardens as a representation of divine power and protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep the marble sculpture in perfect condition, it is advisable to clean it regularly with a \u003cstrong\u003esoft, dry cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e. Avoid the use of harsh detergents and exposure to direct sunlight to prevent damage and preserve the shine of the marble. In case of stains, use a cloth wet with warm water and neutral soap, then dry carefully so as not to leave stains and streaks.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Museum Shop Italy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47006088954201,"sku":"8056893870895","price":184.17,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/3547\/6583\/files\/god-mercury-marble-bust.webp?v=1777996321","url":"https:\/\/www.museum-shop.co.uk\/products\/torso-mercury-marble","provider":"Museum Shop Italy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}