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Christian sarcophagus with the myth of Orestes, Lateran Museum, Rome. Today in Gregoriano Profano Museum (formerly Lateran Museum), Vatican Museums, Vatican City
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Christian sarcophagus with the myth of Orestes, Lateran Museum, Rome. Today in Gregoriano Profano Museum (formerly Lateran Museum), Vatican Museums, Vatican City
Christian sarcophagus with the myth of Orestes, Lateran Museum, Rome. Today in Gregoriano Profano Museum (formerly Lateran Museum), Vatican Museums, Vatican City Rome Lateran Museum Low Relief, Basrelief Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1920-1925 ca.. Date of Artwork:132-134
Anderson
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Media ID 33146524
© Alinari Archives, Florence
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This print showcases a remarkable Christian sarcophagus adorned with the myth of Orestes, currently housed in the Gregoriano Profano Museum within the Vatican Museums in Vatican City. Originally located in the Lateran Museum in Rome, this exquisite piece of Roman art dates back to 132-134 AD and is a true testament to ancient civilization. The low relief bas-relief on this sarcophagus depicts various elements of Greek mythology intertwined with Christian symbolism. In this particular scene, we see Orestes, a prominent figure from Greek tragedy, depicted as a nude male figure draped in intricate drapery. His muscular body exudes strength and vulnerability simultaneously. Surrounding Orestes are reptiles and snakes slithering around him, adding an element of intrigue and danger to the composition. These creatures symbolize both chaos and wisdom within Greco-Roman mythology. The photograph itself was taken between 1920-1925 by Anderson from Alinari. It captures every intricate detail of this masterpiece, allowing viewers to appreciate its craftsmanship even if they cannot witness it firsthand. As we delve into history through art like this Christian sarcophagus with its mythical narrative, we gain insight into ancient civilizations' beliefs and values. This artwork serves as a bridge connecting different periods - from antiquity to Christianity's rise - showcasing how cultures intertwine throughout time. Today, visitors can marvel at this extraordinary artifact within the Gregoriano Profano Museum at Vatican City's prestigious Vatican Museums complex. Its presence not only enriches our understanding of Roman art but also reminds us that human creativity transcends time and continues to inspire generations centuries later.
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