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Amphitrite

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A beautiful ancient mosaic showing the Roman god Neptune and his wife Amphitrite, made over 2,000 years ago in Herculaneum, Italy.

Amphitrite was a lovely goddess of the sea in ancient Greek mythology. She was the partner of Poseidon, the god of the sea, and together they ruled the ocean and sea creatures.

Amphitrite was one of the 50 Nereid daughters of Nereus and Doris. Some stories say she was a daughter of Oceanus and Tethys. She was often shown as a beautiful woman with the tail of a fish, like a mermaid.

In many stories, Amphitrite helped show the beauty and mystery of the sea. People still love her today in art, stories, and even names for ships and places. Her name appears on stamps, in space, and on special statues.

Images

The Western side of the Parthenon, an ancient Greek temple located in Athens.
Ancient Greek art showing the hero Theseus with the sea goddess Amphitrite and the goddess Athena watching.
Ancient Greek art depicting Poseidon and Amphitrite in a wedding scene, pulled by musical Tritons.
A classic 16th-century painting showing the Roman god Neptune with Amphitrite, the goddess of the sea, in an artistic and educational style.
An ancient mosaic artwork showing the Roman god Neptune and his wife Amphitrite, made from marble, limestone, and glass paste.
An elegant 18th-century drawing titled “The Triumph of Amphitrite” by Giovanni Battista Crosato, showcasing beautiful artistic style and historical value.
A 17th-century painting showing the Roman god Neptune and the sea goddess Amphitrite in a classic mythological scene.
A 1936 Australian stamp featuring Amphitrite, a goddess from Greek mythology, celebrating the opening of an undersea cable between Tasmania and Victoria.

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Greek mythology
Poseidon

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