Sassanid Empire Collection

Windows of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Windows of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem, 1890. Destroyed by fire in 614 AD during Sassanid invasion, Emperor Heraclius rebuilt the church in 630AD

1855 Spruner Map Of Asia In The 5th Century Sassanid Empire
1855, Spruner Map of Asia in the 5th Century, Sassanid Empire

The Night Attack of Bahram Chubina on the Army of Khusraw Parvis (image 1 of 8), c1560. Creator: Unknown
The Night Attack of Bahram Chubina on the Army of Khusraw Parvis (image 1 of 8), c1560

Hormuz Forces His High Priest to Eat Poisoned Food... c1485-1495. Creators: Unknown, Ferdowsi
Hormuz Forces His High Priest to Eat Poisoned Food, Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdawsi, Iran, Shiraz, c1485-1495. Hormuz (Hormozd IV, r)

Silver Cup decorated with a female figure, 5th-6th century. Creator: Sassanian Art
Silver Cup decorated with a female figure, 5th-6th century. Found in the Collection of the National Museum of Antiquities of Tajikistan, Dushanbe

Gold and Silver Kettle, 569. Creator: Sassanian Art
Gold and Silver Kettle, 569. Found in the Collection of the Guyuan Museum, Ningxia

Gold and Silver Kettle, 569. Creator: Sassanian Art
Gold and Silver Kettle, 569. Found in the Collection of the Guyuan Museum, Ningxia

Rome v. Persia (Sassanian), circa 300 A. D. c1915. Creator: Emery Walker Ltd
Rome v. Persia (Sassanian), circa 300 A.D. c1915. Map of the eastern Mediterranean and Near East, showing the ancient empires of Rome, Persia, and Armenia

Coin Portraying King Chosroes II, 590-628. Creator: Unknown
Coin Portraying King Chosroes II, 590-628. Reverse: fire altar with attendants, a crescent and star

Silk fragment showing the Senmurv, Sassanian Dynasty (226-651) (textile)
BAL4416 Silk fragment showing the Senmurv, Sassanian Dynasty (226-651) (textile) by Persian School; Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: taken from the reliquary of St Leu)

Relief outside the grottoes depicting the investiture of King Ardeshir II (379-383)
JCH308854 Relief outside the grottoes depicting the investiture of King Ardeshir II (379-383), from the Sassanian grottoes of Taq-e Bostan (photo) by Sasanian School, (4th century); Taq-e Bostan

Plate with an archer hunting lion, ca. 250-ca. 650. Creator: Sassanian Art
Plate with an archer hunting lion, ca. 250-ca. 650. Found in the collection of National Museum of Iran, Tehran

Magic bowl with an incantation text in Judeo-Aramaic and an image of the demon Lilith, 5th-6th century. Found in the Collection of Musee de la Castre, Cannes

Gold Dinar with Bust of Shapur I the Great. Private Collection

Gilded silver jug with dancing girls, Sasanian, 5th or 6th century. The Sasanian (Sassanid) Empire was the last pre-Islamic empire to rule Persia

Sassanid plaque showing a monster
A Sassanid plaque showing the foreparts of a winged monster in high relief from Persia. From the British Museums collection

A Sassanid silver dish showing the investiture of a King, 4th century. From the British Museums collection

A Sassanid silver dish showing King Shapur II, 4th century
An Early Sassanian gilded silver dish showing King Shapur II hunting a stag, 309-379. From the British Museums collection

1855, Spruner Map of Asia in the 5th Century, Sassanid Empire, topography, cartography
1855, Spruner Map of Asia in the 5th Century, Sassanid Empire

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The Sassanid Empire, also known as the Neo-Persian Empire, was a powerful and influential dynasty that ruled over Persia from 224 to 651 AD. This caption explores various artifacts and artworks that provide glimpses into the rich history of this empire. One such artifact is a mesmerizing window of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, dating back to 1890. Its intricate design reflects the architectural prowess of the Sassanids, who were renowned for their grand structures. Another intriguing item is a magic bowl adorned with an incantation text in Judeo-Aramaic and an image of Lilith, a demon from ancient folklore. This relic from the 5th-6th century offers insights into religious practices during Sassanian times. A coin portraying King Chosroes II showcases his regal countenance and symbolizes his reign between 590-628 AD. It serves as evidence of Sassanian economic prosperity and political stability during this period. A silk fragment displaying Senmurv, a mythical bird-like creature associated with royalty and divinity, exemplifies Sassanian textile artistry. The delicate craftsmanship on this fabric speaks volumes about their mastery in weaving techniques. An intricately carved relief outside grottoes depicts King Ardeshir II's investiture (379-383 AD). This artwork provides visual documentation of royal ceremonies conducted by Sassanian rulers. A plate featuring an archer hunting a lion represents one aspect of Sassanian culture - their love for hunting sportsmanship. Created by talented artisans under the patronage of Sasanian rulers, it showcases their appreciation for both artistic expression and martial prowess. Intriguingly titled "Rome v. Persia, " a photograph captured around 300 AD portrays historical tensions between these two mighty empires. It highlights how conflicts shaped geopolitics during that era. A gold dinar showcasing Bust of Shapur I the Great exemplifies Sassanian numismatic art.