Mercury at The Réunion des Musées Nationaux, Paris

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Giovanni da Bologna's renowned sculpture "Flying Mercury" masterfully captures the swiftness of the Greek messenger as he soars through the skies. Clad in a winged petasus on his head and winged sandals, Mercury achieves incredible speed in flight. The caduceus, Apollo's magic wand symbolizing medical practice, is firmly grasped by Mercury in his hand. A bronze column of Aeolus' breath serves as Mercury's pedestal, propelling him upward and forward with effortless ease. As Mercury points towards Jupiter in a striking contraposto pose, his elegant yet powerful stance is a testament to da Bologna's remarkable artistic skill. This masterpiece, originally sculpted in 1580, remains one of today's most treasured bronze artworks due to the artist's profound knowledge of anatomy and exceptional craftsmanship. This iconic sculpture is part of "Scan The World", a groundbreaking non-profit initiative introduced by MyMiniFactory, aimed at creating a comprehensive digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the world for public access. Through this community-driven effort, anyone can contribute interesting items and email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how to participate in this open-source project.