Bronze herm

Unknown

1st–2nd century CE · Bronze · Greek and Roman Art

Hermes was the guardian of boundaries, as well as the protector of travelers. Although these small bronze head probably decorated Roman furniture, they represent the god as he appeared on the top of many rectangular stone pillars called herms that marked boundaries and stood at gateways and entrances in Greek cities and towns.

Artist

Unknown

Date

1st–2nd century CE

Medium

Bronze

Culture

Roman

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

Gift of Henry G. Marquand, 1897