Triumph of Neptune 1510 - 1530

"Triumph of Neptune" is a bronze plaquette, a type of relief sculpture, created by the Italian artist Alvise of Padua between 1510 and 1530. The plaquette, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts the Roman god Neptune riding on a sea-horse drawn chariot, accompanied by other sea creatures. Alvise of Padua, born in 1426 and active in Venice, was known for his skillful rendering of anatomy and dramatic compositions. This plaquette, with its intricate detail and dynamic portrayal of the sea god, is a testament to his artistic prowess.