Mercury Riding Pegasus, Stone sculpture in Tuileries Garden, France
Mercury Riding Pegasus is a stone sculpture depicting the moment when the god mounts the winged horse, with finely carved details visible across the surface. The work stands about 3 meters tall and demonstrates the skill of Baroque sculpting techniques.
Antoine Coysevox created the work between 1698 and 1702 for the royal park at Marly. It was relocated to Tuileries Garden in 1719, where it has remained ever since.
The sculpture merges Roman mythology, with Mercury as the god of trade and messages, alongside Pegasus representing artistic inspiration in ancient tradition. Together, these figures express how knowledge and exchange can be carried across different realms.
The sculpture is located in the 1st arrondissement of Paris within Tuileries Garden, where pathways are generally accessible for most visitors. The surrounding area can be quite busy during peak seasons, so early morning visits often provide a quieter experience.
The work was originally created as one half of a pair, designed alongside a sculpture of Fame also riding Pegasus. Both pieces were intended to decorate the balustrade surrounding a water basin in their original location.
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