Poseidon Collection (page 6)

Poseidon (engraving)
812878 Poseidon (engraving) by Cleyn, Francis (1582-1658); Private Collection; (add.info.: Poseidon. Print made by Wencelaus Hollar)

Plate with Neptune in his chariot, c. 1730 - 1750 (tin-glazed earthenware, maiolica)
1217346 Plate with Neptune in his chariot, c. 1730 - 1750 (tin-glazed earthenware, maiolica) by Campani, Ferdinando Maria (fl.c.1745) (attr)

The Temple of Neptune and the Basilica at Paestum (w / c on paper)
AGN280689 The Temple of Neptune and the Basilica at Paestum (w/c on paper) by Kaisermaan, Franz (1765-1833); Private Collection; (add.info)

Apotheosis of the Spanish Monarchy (fresco) (detail of 170577)
MAE267640 Apotheosis of the Spanish Monarchy (fresco) (detail of 170577) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Palacio Real de Madrid, Spain; ePaul Maeyaert; Italian

The Fan (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR267190 The Fan (engraving) (b/w photo) by Carracci, Agostino (1557-1602); Private Collection; (add.info.: L eventail; eventail; ); Italian, out of copyright

Neptune, 1610 (pen & ink heightened with gouache on paper)
AMO110732 Neptune, 1610 (pen & ink heightened with gouache on paper) by Gheyn, Jacques II de (1565-1629); 23.1x27.9 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; Dutch

The Fountain of Neptune, 1560-75 (marble and bronze)
KW131030 The Fountain of Neptune, 1560-75 (marble and bronze) by Ammannati, Bartolomeo (1511-92); Piazza della Signoria, Florence, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

The Triumph of Neptune and Amphitrite, fragment of pavement, from Constantine
XIR234492 The Triumph of Neptune and Amphitrite, fragment of pavement, from Constantine, Algeria (mosaic) by Roman, (4th century AD); Louvre, Paris, France; out of copyright

Attic black figure hydria depicting a departure scene, c. 530-520 BC (pottery)
XIR155946 Attic black figure hydria depicting a departure scene, c.530-520 BC (pottery) by Leagros Group (fl.525-500 BC) (attr)

Triumph of Neptune, pavement from the House of Wadi Blibane
XIR73980 Triumph of Neptune, pavement from the House of Wadi Blibane, Sousse (ancient Hadrumetum) (mosaic) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Musee Archeologique, Sousse, Tunisia; out of copyright

Neptune Calming the Waves, 1757 (marble)
XIR26524 Neptune Calming the Waves, 1757 (marble) by Adam, Lambert-Sigisbert (1700-59); Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Neptune, ancient Roman god of the sea (engraving)
5207797 Neptune, ancient Roman god of the sea (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Neptune, ancient Roman god of the sea)

Mantel clock retailed by Black, Starr & Frost, c. 1875-1900
CH362867 Mantel clock retailed by Black, Starr & Frost, c.1875-1900 (ormolu-mounted verde antico marble) by American School

Neptune, second half of the 17th century (bronze) (detail of 416883)
CH416885 Neptune, second half of the 17th century (bronze) (detail of 416883) by Anguier, Michel (1612-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cartoon commenting on the second attempt to lay the Atlantic Telegraph Cable
5308825 Cartoon commenting on the second attempt to lay the Atlantic Telegraph Cable by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info)

The Temple of Neptune, Paestum, 1847 (oil on canvas)
ALM403395 The Temple of Neptune, Paestum, 1847 (oil on canvas) by Kensett, John Frederick (1816-72); 23.8x36.3 cm; Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College, Ohio

Detail from the Neptune Fountain, 1560-75 (photo) (see 134580-134586)
JFS134582 Detail from the Neptune Fountain, 1560-75 (photo) (see 134580-134586) by Ammannati, Bartolomeo (1511-92); Piazza della Signoria, Florence, Italy; eJohn Ferro Sims; Italian, out of copyright

Trevi Fountain, built 1732-62 (marble)
BAL130040 Trevi Fountain, built 1732-62 (marble) by Salvi, Nicola (1697-1751); Rome, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Neptune Creating the Horse (oil on canvas)
BAT264423 Neptune Creating the Horse (oil on canvas) by Jordaens, Jacob (1593-1678); Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Nettuno Crea Il Cavallo; ); Photo eNicol Orsi Battaglini; Flemish

Apotheosis of the Spanish Monarchy (fresco) (detail of 170577)
MAE267638 Apotheosis of the Spanish Monarchy (fresco) (detail of 170577) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Palacio Real de Madrid, Spain; ePaul Maeyaert; Italian

Crossing the Equator (chromolitho)
734534 Crossing the Equator (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crossing the Equator)

View of King Louis XIV (1638-1715) Governing Alone in 1661
XIR165139 View of King Louis XIV (1638-1715) Governing Alone in 1661 and The Prosperous Neighbouring Powers of France, Ceiling Painting from the Galerie des Glaces by Le Brun

King Louis XIV (1638-1715) Governing Alone in 1661, Ceiling Painting from the Galerie des
XIR165138 King Louis XIV (1638-1715) Governing Alone in 1661, Ceiling Painting from the Galerie des Glaces by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90); Chateau de Versailles

Polyphemus the giant son of Poseidon and Thoosa in Greek mythology
3480519 Polyphemus the giant son of Poseidon and Thoosa in Greek mythology, one of the Cyclopes described in the Odyssey, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier

The raft of Odysseus, 1929 (litho)
3060294 The raft of Odysseus, 1929 (litho) by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Published in The Odyssey of Homer by George Herbert Palmer in 1929; The Odyssey is one)

Scene from The Birds (chromolitho)
2782979 Scene from The Birds (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from The Birds. Liebig card, published in late 19th or early 20th century)

Tatler Cover, Summer Number 1954
Front cover of The Tatler Summer Number with a stylised illustration of a seaside resort in the Edwardian era with bathing beauties being surprised by a lusty looking Neptune in the water. Date: 1954

Design of Centre Panel of Ceiling of the Grand Gallery of the Palais Royal
1067172 Design of Centre Panel of Ceiling of the Grand Gallery of the Palais Royal, engraved by Nicolas Henri Tardieu (1674-1749), 1717 (engraving) by Coypel

Triumph of Neptune and Amphitrite
3567396 Triumph of Neptune and Amphitrite by Francken, Frans II the Younger (1581-1642); Palatine Gallery, Pitti Palace, Florence; (add.info.: ARTIST: Francken)

Neptunean Society, Silver members badge, 1788 (silver)
2959902 Neptunean Society, Silver members badge, 1788 (silver) by English School, (18th century); Timothy Millett Collection; English, out of copyright

Apotheosis of the Spanish Monarchy (fresco) (detail of 170577)
MAE267639 Apotheosis of the Spanish Monarchy (fresco) (detail of 170577) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Palacio Real de Madrid, Spain; ePaul Maeyaert; Italian

Neptune Calming the Waves or Nettuno Comanda alle Acque di Ritirarsi, Book I
STC415810 Neptune Calming the Waves or Nettuno Comanda alle Acque di Ritirarsi, Book I, illustration from Ovids Metamorphoses, Florence, 1832 (hand-coloured engraving) by Ademollo

Temple of Hera I (photo)
BAL177314 Temple of Hera I (photo) by Greek, (6th century BC); Paestum, Capaccio, Salerno, Campania, Italy; Greek, out of copyright

Neptunes Horses, 1892 (oil on canvas)
JHG169595 Neptunes Horses, 1892 (oil on canvas) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); 86x215 cm; Neue Pinakothek, Munich, Germany; English, out of copyright

Apotheosis of the Dutch East India Company (Allegory of the Amsterdam Chamber of Commerce
1765846 Apotheosis of the Dutch East India Company (Allegory of the Amsterdam Chamber of Commerce of the VOC), 1702-46 (oil on canvas) by Verkolje, Nicolaes (1673-1746); 59.5A--85 cm; Rijksmuseum

Ancient Greek incuse silver coin from Posidonia, AD 510-30 (silver)
1203062 Ancient Greek incuse silver coin from Posidonia, AD 510-30 (silver) by Greek, (6th century BC); 2.8x2.8 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; Greek

Neptunes Horses, illustration for The Greek Mythological Legend
CHT163210 Neptunes Horses, illustration for The Greek Mythological Legend, published in London, 1910 (colour litho) (see also 169595) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs

King Louis XIV (1638-1715) taking up Arms on Land and on Sea in 1672
XIR165143 King Louis XIV (1638-1715) taking up Arms on Land and on Sea in 1672, Ceiling Painting from the Galerie des Glaces by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90); Chateau de Versailles

Medal commemorating the British Army in the Netherlands, 1815, 1820 (bronze)
1268494 Medal commemorating the British Army in the Netherlands, 1815, 1820 (bronze) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Commissioned by James Mudie)

Neptune (bronze)
XIR212876 Neptune (bronze) by Adam, Nicolas Sebastien (1705-78); Musee de la Societe Archeologique, Montpellier, France; French, out of copyright

The Gods of Olympus, trompe l oeil ceiling from the Sala dei Giganti, 1528 (fresco)
BEN78594 The Gods of Olympus, trompe l oeil ceiling from the Sala dei Giganti, 1528 (fresco) by Romano, Giulio (1492-1546) (workshop of); Palazzo del Te, Mantua

Mosaic from the House of Neptune and Amphitrite (mosaic) (for room see 113527)
ALG113531 Mosaic from the House of Neptune and Amphitrite (mosaic) (for room see 113527) by Roman; Herculaneum, Naples, Campania, Italy; out of copyright

Hercules and Poseidon (colour litho)
5201935 Hercules and Poseidon (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hercules and Poseidon)

Erectheion, temple dedicated to Athena and Poseidon on the Acropolis, Athens, Ancient Greece (engraving)
5216659 Erectheion, temple dedicated to Athena and Poseidon on the Acropolis, Athens, Ancient Greece (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Erectheion)

Agir - a film festival (colour litho)
747104 Agir - a film festival (colour litho) by Oppenheim, Louis (1879-1936); Private Collection; Photo eBarbara Singer; German, out of copyright

The Horses of Neptune, 1892 (oil on canvas)
703067 The Horses of Neptune, 1892 (oil on canvas) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); 86x215 cm; Neue Pinakothek, Munich, Germany; English, out of copyright

Poseidon and Athena disputing the right to name Athens (chromolitho)
3100662 Poseidon and Athena disputing the right to name Athens (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Poseidon and Athena disputing the right to name Athens)

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"Poseidon: The Mighty God of the Sea and Beyond" In the enchanting island of Spetses, Greece, stands proudly The Poseidon Hotel, a testament to the enduring legacy of this mythical figure. Poseidon, also known as Neptune in Roman mythology, was one of the most powerful gods in ancient Greek culture. As the brother of Zeus (Jupiter), he ruled over the vast oceans and commanded respect from both mortals and immortals alike. The influence can be seen throughout history and art. From ancient vase paintings depicting his majestic trident to intricate Roman mosaics showcasing his triumphs, his presence is undeniable. Even an untitled 19th-century painting captures him riding on a dolphin into Venice's harbor—an awe-inspiring sight that echoes through time. Mythology tells tales of Poseidon's vengeance when crossed or disrespected—a force not to be taken lightly. His wrath could shake even the mightiest structures like Sadlers Wells Interior or leave statues trembling in fear—such as the imposing Statue of Neptune in Messina, Sicily. But beyond his formidable power lies a fascination with fantasy animals associated with Neptune—a testament to humanity's desire for wonderment and escapism. These creatures embody our dreams and aspirations while reminding us that there is more to life than meets the eye. As we delve into these captivating stories surrounding Poseidon, we are reminded that he symbolizes much more than just a god ruling over seas; he represents our eternal connection with nature's forces—the ebb and flow that shape our world. So let us immerse ourselves in this rich tapestry woven by mythologies past—where waves crash against rocky shores under Poseidon's watchful gaze—and embrace both his mightiness and benevolence as we navigate life's unpredictable waters together.