Sujet

Marble head of Mithras, the Persian god of heavenly light. Artist: Unknown

Légende

Marble head of Mithras, the Persian god of heavenly light. The worship of Mithras came to the Romans by way of Asia Minor, where he acquired the Phrygian cap he always wears. It was only one among many mystery religions introduced from the East. Mithraism was exceptional in that it insisted on a high moral code with emphasis on honesty, purity and courage. It was especially favoured by soldiers, officials and merchants.
Museum of London

Crédit

Photo12/Heritage Images/Museum of London

Notre référence

HRM19A83_111

Model release

Non

Licence

Droits gérés

Format disponible

52,8Mo (3,2Mo) / 25,9cm x 51,1cm / 3058 x 6034 (300dpi)

Mots clés

personnes gens homme hommes chapeau tete pensif religieux Oriental lumiere pays Rome religion statue type ciel headdress couleur marbre deite Dieu Romain mystere lieu Iranien concept divinement deesse couvre-chef Persan Perse Museum of London objet sculpture marble marble objet sculpture