Mercury and Two Allegorical Figures

Mercury and Two Allegorical Figures
The sculpture in 2024
MediumLimestone sculpture
SubjectMercury
LocationIndianapolis, Indiana, U.S.
Coordinates39°46′14.6″N 86°9′21.1″W / 39.770722°N 86.155861°W / 39.770722; -86.155861

Mercury and Two Allegorical Figures is a public artwork in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States.[1]

Description

The limestone sculpture measures approximately 6 ft. x 70 in. x 53 inches and rests on a concrete base that is 45 x 74 x 59 inches. It depicts Mercury with a winged helmet and sandals, behind two seated allegorical female figures.[2]

History

The work was surveyed by the Smithsonian Institution's "Save Outdoor Sculpture!" program in 1993.[2]

See also

References

  1. ^ "Mercury and Two Allegorical Figures". Indy Arts Council. Archived from the original on October 8, 2024. Retrieved October 8, 2024.
  2. ^ a b "(Mercury and Two Allegorical Figures), (sculpture)". Save Outdoor Sculpture!. Smithsonian Institution. Archived from the original on October 7, 2024. Retrieved October 7, 2024.