The Glory of Commerce is sculptural group rests atop the terminal's facade, directly above a broken pediment featuring a large clock. It is about 48 feet (15 m) tall, 66 feet (20 m) wide, At its unveiling in 1914, the work was considered the largest sculptural group in the world. The work includes representations of Minerva, Hercules and Mercury. The sculptures were designed by French sculptor Jules-Félix Coutan and carved by the John Donnelly Company. Coutan created the model in his Paris studio and shipped it to New York City later. Mercury is standing at the top center of the work, depicted traditionally wearing a winged helmet, with loose drapery concealing otherwise complete nudity. He is standing in front of an eagle, wings outstretched, peering around his right leg.
