Neptun. Illustration til Jacob Fosie, "Lære-Klude [...] eller Prøver paa Kaaber, Slibe, Grunde, Naale, Etz-Vand, Sverte, Viske, Lade og Trykke fra Aar 1741 til Aar 1743" 1741 - 1745

"Neptun" is an etching by Danish artist Jacob Fosie, created between 1741 and 1745. This small-scale print, part of a larger series of instructional engravings, depicts the Roman god Neptune, holding a trident and riding a chariot drawn by seahorses. The composition is dominated by Neptune's forceful pose, contrasting with the churning sea and the restrained movement of the horses. This detailed depiction of the mythical god showcases Fosie's skill as an engraver and his contribution to the development of printmaking in Denmark.