Jan 29, 2008
Jan 29, 2008

Oceanus

Oceanus

c. 1765

Frankenthal Porcelain Factory

(German)

modeled by

Konrad Linck

(German, 1732–1793)

Porcelain

Overall: 28.3 x 20.7 cm (11 1/8 x 8 1/8 in.)

Gift of A. & R. Ball 1947.281

Description

In Greek mythology, Oceanus was ruler of the sea before Poseidon. His counterpart in Roman mythology is Neptune

See also
Collection: 
Decorative Arts
Type of artwork: 
Ceramic
Medium: 
Porcelain
Credit line: 
Gift of A. & R. Ball

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