Male Torso (Hermes/Mercury?)
Date1st Century A.D.
GeographyRome
MediumMarble, possibly from Aphrodisias
Dimensions38 1/2 x 27 x 13 1/2 in. (97.8 x 68.6 x 34.3 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineGift of Anna Rice Cooke, 1932 (3603)
Object number3603
DescriptionHermes (Mercury) or Mars. Parian marble torso, cut in the round. Nude except for drapery folded on left shoulder, one end extending down back to waist, other end over left upper arm where it is fastened to top of sword hilt, carved with flower; mended. Torso is in standing position, with weight on left leg. Missing parts: head, right arm above elbow, left arm above elbow, right leg at groin, left leg midway above knee.On View
On viewCollections
3rd-4th Century
Mid 2nd century A.D.
c. 2350-2170 B.C.
2500 - 2400 B.C.
