Neptune was likely associated with fresh water springs before the sea. Like Poseidon, Neptune was worshipped by the Romans also as a god of horses, under the name Neptunus Equester, a patron of horse-racing.

Neptune is the brother of Jupiter and Pluto; the brothers preside over the realms of Heaven, the earthly world, and the Underworld. Salacia is his wife.In Rome Neptune had only one temple. It stood near the Circus Flaminius, the Roman racetrack, in the southern part of the Campus Martius.

Please note there can be slight differences between the color of the item you receive and the pictures on the website due to the handmade nature of the product. The important thing to note is that the patina is not a paint but a very thin conversion coat on the surface of the bronze. Hot-cast bronze at 1,850°F (1,010°C)
Rich black patina, traditional
Solid marble base for added balance
Intricate details, timeless look
Enhances any space Height: 80 cm / 31.2"Italy1SCAN3913014Made to order - Shipping within 4-6 weeks80 cm / 31.2"