Allegorische voorstelling: Neptunus gezegend door het geloof 1702 - 1762

Jacob Folkema's "Allegorische voorstelling: Neptunus gezegend door het geloof" depicts the Roman god Neptune being blessed by the embodiment of faith. The work is a black and white engraving, showcasing Folkema's mastery of detail and linework. Neptune, depicted as a nude male figure, rests on a seahorse, his trident resting nearby. The female figure of Faith, holding a staff topped with a cross, stands before him, her hand extended in a gesture of blessing. The setting is a serene landscape with a distant cityscape, emphasizing the juxtaposition of the divine and the earthly. This intricate artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Folkema's skill in depicting mythological and religious themes through realistic and expressive imagery.