Putto as Mercury (one of three figures) 1765 - 1775

This porcelain sculpture, titled "Putto as Mercury," is one of three figures created by the Nymphenburg Porcelain Manufactory between 1765 and 1775. The figure depicts a cherubic putto, a common motif in art, dressed in a winged helmet and holding a caduceus, the staff of Mercury, the Roman god of commerce, travel, and messengers. The intricate details of the sculpture and its delicate porcelain construction showcase the artistic skill of the Nymphenburg Manufactory, one of the most renowned porcelain makers of the 18th century.