Vase in gray marble with scene of Three Magi (Rome, Italy)
This early Christian vase (krater), reconstructed from its fragments, was carved from gray marble. The lower and middle registers are carved with scrolling leaves. The upper register shows two scenes: the Magi who approach the Virgin Mary and child Jesus; and Jesus enthroned among the apostles. Due to its classicizing style it has been dated to the later fourth century (370s-390s).
The detail here shows the scene with the Magi.
Palazzo Massimo Museum, Rome, inv. 67629,
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Vase in gray marble with scene of Three Magi (Rome, Italy)
This early Christian vase (krater), reconstructed from its fragments, was carved from gray marble. The lower and middle registers are carved with scrolling leaves. The upper register shows two scenes: the Magi who approach the Virgin Mary and child Jesus; and Jesus enthroned among the apostles. Due to its classicizing style it has been dated to the later fourth century (370s-390s).
The detail here shows the scene with the Magi.
Palazzo Massimo Museum, Rome, inv. 67629,
For more photos, travel, religion and history, follow me on Twitter @arturoviaggia and Mastadon @arturoviaggia@zirk.us