Hermes (Belvedere Antinous)

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"Belvedere Antinous", unmistakably a statue of Hermes from the Andros-Farnese type. The identity of Hermes is convincingly established by the traveller's cloak draped over his shoulders, the confident bearing of the god and direct comparisons with copies discovered on graves, emphasizing Hermes's role as psychopompus (guide for souls) beyond any doubt. A masterpiece of Roman artistry from Hadrian's era, either a faithful replica or an original Greek bronze sculpture from the 4th century BC shines through in its enduring grandeur.