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Neptune and a Triton. Engraving by C. Grignion, 1789.

Neptune [Poseidon] and Amphitrite. Mezzotint by J. Smith after Titian.

Neptune [Poseidon]. Etching.

Neptune [Poseidon]. Etching with woodcut by J.B. Jackson.

Neptune surrounded by Triton and sea-nymphs is presented with the fruits of the sea; representing conchology. Stipple engraving by J. Chapman after R. Corbould.

Britannia, holding the staff and cap of Liberty, addresses Mars and Neptune as representatives of Britons as they cut through a map of North America. Engraving by L. Boitard, 1755.

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Poseidon

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Neptune [Poseidon]. Etching with woodcut by J.B. Jackson.

Neptune [Poseidon] and Amphitrite. Mezzotint by J. Smith after Titian.

Britannia, holding the staff and cap of Liberty, addresses Mars and Neptune as representatives of Britons as they cut through a map of North America. Engraving by L. Boitard, 1755.

Neptune surrounded by Triton and sea-nymphs is presented with the fruits of the sea; representing conchology. Stipple engraving by J. Chapman after R. Corbould.

Neptune [Poseidon]. Etching.