Neptunus met de tritons c. 1636 - 1670

Crispijn van de Passe (II)'s "Neptunus met de tritons" (c. 1636-1670) depicts the Roman god of the sea, Neptune, seated upon a seashell, holding his trident. He is surrounded by tritons, mythical creatures that are half-human and half-fish, who are riding seahorses and blowing conch shells. The scene is set against a background of rocky cliffs and waves, with a small boat visible in the distance. This etching showcases van de Passe's mastery of detail and his ability to capture the movement and energy of the sea. The artwork is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam.