Object Description
An early 20th century Carrara marble plaque depicting a side portrait of the Roman Goddess, Salacia, or possibly her Greek counterpart, Amphitrite. In Roman mythology, Salacia was the Roman Goddess of the Sea and Saltwater. She is depicted here in Carrara marble, beautifully carved with swirling hair and a seaweed or crab-claw crown among dolphins.
According to Roman Mythology, Salacia resisted the advances of God of the Sea, Neptune, hiding in the Atlantic Ocean. Neptune sent a dolphin to find Salacia, convincing her to return and join Neptune on the throne. Salacia and Neptune had 3 sons including the famous Triton.
Mounted on a custom-made steel stand, this Roman style marble plaque is a superb collector’s item or Art Deco style display piece for a modern or classical style interior.
Additional Information:
Mounted on a custom-made steel stand (blue plinth not included).
Plaque dimensions, excluding stand: H28 x W28 x D2 cm