Nereus Collection

Nereus, 1586. Creator: Philip Galle
Nereus, 1586. From Sea and River Gods, pl. 3

Esquisse pour le salon de la Paix de l'Hôtel de Ville : Hercule enchaine Nérée, dieu
Esquisse pour le salon de la Paix de l'Hotel de Ville : Hercule enchaine Neree, dieu de la mer, between 1852 and 1854

A beauty contest between Cassiopeia and the Nereids judged by Aion, House of Aion, Paphos
696742 A beauty contest between Cassiopeia and the Nereids judged by Aion, House of Aion, Paphos, Cyprus (mosaic) by Roman, (3rd century AD); House of Aion, Kato Paphos

A daughter of Nereus mounted on a sea monster
One of the 50 daughters of Nereus mounted on a sea monster with the head of a panther. Copperplate engraving by Tommaso Piroli from his Antiquities of Herculaneum (Antichita di Ercolano), Rome, 1789

One of the 50 daughters of Nereus mounted on a sea monster with the head of a horse. Copperplate engraving by Tommaso Piroli from his Antiquities of Herculaneum (Antichita di Ercolano), Rome, 1789

Sea Divinities (engraving)
973790 Sea Divinities (engraving) by Flaxman, John (1755-1826) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sea Divinities. Illustration for Flaxmans Classical Outlines by John C L Sparkes (Seeley)

Hercules and Nereus (colour litho)
957841 Hercules and Nereus (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hercules and Nereus. Illustration of Greek vase painting.); © Look and Learn

Polyphemus Galatea one-eyed giant Polyphemus
Polyphemus and Galatea, The one-eyed giant Polyphemus is in love with the sea nymph Galatea and plays for her on his pan flute. Galatea rides over the waves in her dolphin-drawn heart shell

Sea nymph dolphin two turtle doves air Nereids
Sea nymph on dolphin, two turtle doves in the air, Nereids, daughters or Nereus, sea-nymphs, swimming mammals: dolphin - FF - fabulous animals (sometimes wrongly called grotesques ), Mostri (Ripa)

Pergamon Altar. Detail
Pergamon Altar. Built by order of Eumenes II Soter. 164-156 BC by artists of the school of Pergamon. Marble and limestone. Gigantomachy. West frieze

Two courier shuttles pass near Eione on their way to Nereus, a large, heavily populated world. Nereus is a pelagic world, so civilization in this system was built up on any available land

Sea God Nereus, Philips Galle, 1586

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"Nereus: The Enigmatic Sea God and His Daughters" In the mystical realm of Greek mythology, a captivating beauty contest unfolded between Cassiopeia, the boastful queen, and the enchanting Nereids. This ethereal spectacle was held under the watchful gaze of Aion in the grand House of Aion at Paphos. Amongst these celestial beings was a daughter herself, gracefully perched atop a majestic sea monster. She embodied both power and grace as she showcased her divine heritage. Nereus, father to fifty extraordinary daughters, commanded respect as one of the most revered sea divinities. His presence was immortalized in intricate engravings depicting his awe-inspiring stature. The mighty Hercules once encountered Nereus in an epic battle captured vividly through color lithography. Their clash epitomized strength against wisdom, leaving spectators awestruck by their immense powers. The renowned Pergamon Altar further unveiled Nereus' significance with its meticulous details showcasing his role within ancient mythology. Each carving brought forth his mythical essence that resonated throughout time. Polyphemus Galatea's tale intertwined with Nereids - sea nymphs who frolicked alongside dolphins while two turtle doves soared above them. These harmonious creatures symbolized tranquility amidst turbulent waters where Nereids found solace. Journeying towards their illustrious father were two courier shuttles passing near Eione - a testament to their unwavering devotion to Nereus. They embarked on this voyage laden with messages from mortals seeking guidance from this wise deity. Nereus remains an enigma; an embodiment of both serenity and might within Greek mythology's vast tapestry.