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Julius Terentius Performing a Sacrifice, A. D. 239 (paint on plaster)
6200720 Julius Terentius Performing a Sacrifice, A.D. 239 (paint on plaster) by Roman, (3rd century AD); 107x165x10.2 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA; (add.info.: The burning of incense was an act of worship in both Near Eastern and Roman sanctuaries. Commissioned by Roman tribune of Dura-Europos Julius Terentius (identified by Latin inscription) mixing Greek, Roman and Palmyrene, perhaps for diplomacy. Before a military standard, Terentius stands with his men, Palmyrenes in Roman military attire. Themes, son of Mokimos, identified in Greek as a priest. The Tychai of Dura and Palmyra are shown in Hellenistic style incorporating some Near Eastern features.); out of copyright. © Bridgeman Images
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Dura Europos Levant Levantine Palmyra Palmyrene Province Provincial Syria Syrian Tadmor Tadmur Worshipper Archeological
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