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3rd Century Collection (#7)

The 3rd century was a pivotal time in the Roman Empire, circa 200 AD. It was an era filled with remarkable art and cultural achievements that still captivate us today

Background image3rd Century Collection: San Fermin Saint Fermin Firmin San Fermín De Amiens

San Fermin Saint Fermin Firmin San Fermín De Amiens
San Fermin, co-patron saint of Navarre, Spain. He is thought to have lived in the third century AD. After a work by Bernard Picart

Background image3rd Century Collection: Seated Ballplayer, 1st century BC-3rd century CE (ceramic)

Seated Ballplayer, 1st century BC-3rd century CE (ceramic)
7393883 Seated Ballplayer, 1st century BC-3rd century CE (ceramic) by Mexican School, Ameca-Etzatlan Jalisco, (100 BC-250); 48.3--33--23.8 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

Background image3rd Century Collection: Seated Bodhisattva Shakyamuni, c. 3rd century AD (dark grey schist)

Seated Bodhisattva Shakyamuni, c. 3rd century AD (dark grey schist)
7394093 Seated Bodhisattva Shakyamuni, c. 3rd century AD (dark grey schist) by Pakistani School, (3rd century); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Display: dark grey schist)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Standing Ballplayer, 1st century BC-3rd century CE (ceramic)

Standing Ballplayer, 1st century BC-3rd century CE (ceramic)
7394126 Standing Ballplayer, 1st century BC-3rd century CE (ceramic) by Mexican School, Ameca-Etzatlan Jalisco, (100 BC-250); 28.3--13.7--12.1 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

Background image3rd Century Collection: Antiquite: representation of Pope Sixtus II (Sixtus or Sisto) (258)

Antiquite: representation of Pope Sixtus II (Sixtus or Sisto) (258) Drawing from " Misteri del Vaticano" by
ELD4956597 Antiquite: representation of Pope Sixtus II (Sixtus or Sisto) (258) Drawing from " Misteri del Vaticano" by Franco Mistrali; Private Collection; (add.info.: Antiquite)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Antiquite: representation of Pope Fabien (Fabian or Fabiano or Fabianus) (236-250)

Antiquite: representation of Pope Fabien (Fabian or Fabiano or Fabianus) (236-250)
ELD4956594 Antiquite: representation of Pope Fabien (Fabian or Fabiano or Fabianus) (236-250) Drawing from "Misteri del Vaticano" by Franco Mistrali; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Antiquite: representation of Pope Caius (Caio or Gaius) (293-296)

Antiquite: representation of Pope Caius (Caio or Gaius) (293-296) Drawing from "Misteri del Vaticano" by
ELD4956608 Antiquite: representation of Pope Caius (Caio or Gaius) (293-296) Drawing from "Misteri del Vaticano" by Franco Mistrali; Private Collection; (add.info.: Antiquite)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Cosmetic palette, A. D. 2nd-3rd century (schist)

Cosmetic palette, A. D. 2nd-3rd century (schist)
1071878 Cosmetic palette, A.D. 2nd-3rd century (schist) by Indian School, (2nd-3rd century); xx cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Background image3rd Century Collection: Portrait of a man, so called Gallienus, 3rd century AD (marble)

Portrait of a man, so called Gallienus, 3rd century AD (marble)
7146744 Portrait of a man, so called Gallienus, 3rd century AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Portrait of a man)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Bust of Severus Alexander, 230-235 AD (marble)

Bust of Severus Alexander, 230-235 AD (marble)
7146165 Bust of Severus Alexander, 230-235 AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Bust of Severus Alexander, 230-235 AD, roman art)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Bust of Septimius Severus, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble)

Bust of Septimius Severus, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble)
7146692 Bust of Septimius Severus, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Bust of Septimius Severus)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Bust of Marcia Otacilia Severa, so called Tranquilla, first half of the 3rd century AD (marble)

Bust of Marcia Otacilia Severa, so called Tranquilla, first half of the 3rd century AD (marble)
7146735 Bust of Marcia Otacilia Severa, so called Tranquilla, first half of the 3rd century AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Background image3rd Century Collection: Wounded warrior, 3rd century AD (head), 1st or 5th century BC (torso), (marble)

Wounded warrior, 3rd century AD (head), 1st or 5th century BC (torso), (marble)
7146727 Wounded warrior, 3rd century AD (head), 1st or 5th century BC (torso), (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Wounded warrior)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Bust of a woman, so called Julia Domna, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble)

Bust of a woman, so called Julia Domna, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble)
7146709 Bust of a woman, so called Julia Domna, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Bust of a woman)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Lidded tetrapod bowl with paddler and peccaries, c 200-450 AD (ceramic and cinnabar)

Lidded tetrapod bowl with paddler and peccaries, c 200-450 AD (ceramic and cinnabar)
1069828 Lidded tetrapod bowl with paddler and peccaries, c 200-450 AD (ceramic and cinnabar) by Mayan; 30.48 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: Early Classic period)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Bust with the head of Pertinax, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble)

Bust with the head of Pertinax, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble)
7146699 Bust with the head of Pertinax, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Bust with the head of Pertinax)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Bust with the head of a man, so called Philip, 1st half of the 3rd century AD (marble)

Bust with the head of a man, so called Philip, 1st half of the 3rd century AD (marble)
7146666 Bust with the head of a man, so called Philip, 1st half of the 3rd century AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Background image3rd Century Collection: Bust with the head of a man, so called Pupienus, early 3rd century AD (marble)

Bust with the head of a man, so called Pupienus, early 3rd century AD (marble)
7146662 Bust with the head of a man, so called Pupienus, early 3rd century AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Background image3rd Century Collection: Bust with the head of a woman, so called Julia Maesa, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble)

Bust with the head of a woman, so called Julia Maesa, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble)
7146183 Bust with the head of a woman, so called Julia Maesa, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Background image3rd Century Collection: Portrait of an unknown man, so called Carneades, 250 AD (marble)

Portrait of an unknown man, so called Carneades, 250 AD (marble)
7146181 Portrait of an unknown man, so called Carneades, 250 AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Portrait of an unknown man)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Bust of a woman, so called Cornelia Salonina, mid 3rd century AD, (marble)

Bust of a woman, so called Cornelia Salonina, mid 3rd century AD, (marble)
7146167 Bust of a woman, so called Cornelia Salonina, mid 3rd century AD, (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Bust of a woman)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Part of a relief of a Buddha's death, 100-300

Part of a relief of a Buddha's death, 100-300
7130177 Part of a relief of a Buddha's death, 100-300 by Pakistani School, (2nd-3rd century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Part of a relief of a Buddha's death, 100-300)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Bust with the head of a man, so called Didius Julianus, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble)

Bust with the head of a man, so called Didius Julianus, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble)
7146695 Bust with the head of a man, so called Didius Julianus, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Background image3rd Century Collection: Bust of Caracalla, early 3rd century AD (marble)

Bust of Caracalla, early 3rd century AD (marble)
7146690 Bust of Caracalla, early 3rd century AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Bust of Caracalla, early 3rd century AD, roman art)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Bust with the head of a man, so called Geta, early 3rd century AD (marble)

Bust with the head of a man, so called Geta, early 3rd century AD (marble)
7146674 Bust with the head of a man, so called Geta, early 3rd century AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Background image3rd Century Collection: Bust with the head of a man, so called Quintillus, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD, (marble)

Bust with the head of a man, so called Quintillus, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD, (marble)
7146169 Bust with the head of a man, so called Quintillus, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD, (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Background image3rd Century Collection: The ploughman with oxen, 3rd-4th century (mosaic)

The ploughman with oxen, 3rd-4th century (mosaic)
7129583 The ploughman with oxen, 3rd-4th century (mosaic) by Roman, (3rd-4th century); Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: The ploughman with oxen)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Bust with the head of a man, so called Geta, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble)

Bust with the head of a man, so called Geta, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble)
7146687 Bust with the head of a man, so called Geta, late 2nd/early 3rd century AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Background image3rd Century Collection: Bust with the head of a man, so called Pupienus, 230-250 AD (marble)

Bust with the head of a man, so called Pupienus, 230-250 AD (marble)
7146678 Bust with the head of a man, so called Pupienus, 230-250 AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Bust with the head of a man)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Bust with the head of a man, so called Macrinus, 3rd century(marble)

Bust with the head of a man, so called Macrinus, 3rd century(marble)
7146747 Bust with the head of a man, so called Macrinus, 3rd century(marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Bust with the head of a man)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Head of Salonina (sculpture)

Head of Salonina (sculpture)
7129793 Head of Salonina (sculpture) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Museo Nazionale Romano, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Head of Salonina, national museum of Rome (museo nazionale romano), Rome

Background image3rd Century Collection: Portrait of Diadumenian, so called Geta, 217 AD circa (marble)

Portrait of Diadumenian, so called Geta, 217 AD circa (marble)
7146723 Portrait of Diadumenian, so called Geta, 217 AD circa (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Portrait of Diadumenian)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Portrait of Plautilla, 3rd century AD (marble)

Portrait of Plautilla, 3rd century AD (marble)
7146719 Portrait of Plautilla, 3rd century AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Portrait of Plautilla, 3rd century AD, roman art)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Relief showing an attempt on the Buddha's life, 100-200

Relief showing an attempt on the Buddha's life, 100-200
7130179 Relief showing an attempt on the Buddha's life, 100-200 by Pakistani School, (2nd-3rd century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London

Background image3rd Century Collection: Statue of a child, (sculpture)

Statue of a child, (sculpture)
7129286 Statue of a child, (sculpture) by Roman, (1st-4th century AD); Museo della Citta, Rimini, Italy; (add.info.: Statue of a child, imperial period, from the domus of the former st)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Roman 'Swiss Army Knife', Middle Roman 201 CE - 300 CE (silver & iron)

Roman "Swiss Army Knife", Middle Roman 201 CE - 300 CE (silver & iron)
7303431 Roman "Swiss Army Knife", Middle Roman 201 CE - 300 CE (silver & iron) by Roman, (3rd century AD); 8.8cm X 15.5 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK

Background image3rd Century Collection: Head of Zeus (marble)

Head of Zeus (marble)
7287209 Head of Zeus (marble) by Greco-Roman; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Head of Zeus on modern bust. Roman sculture dating on the start of the 3rd century AD)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Saint Antoine Abbe (saint Antoine le Grand (250/251-356) (ou saint Antoine l'ermite)(Saint Anthony)

Saint Antoine Abbe (saint Antoine le Grand (250/251-356) (ou saint Antoine l'ermite)(Saint Anthony)
FIA5363090 Saint Antoine Abbe (saint Antoine le Grand (250/251-356) (ou saint Antoine l ermite)(Saint Anthony). Peinture d un maitre venitien. Tempera sur bois, 26 x 16, 5 cm, fin du 14e siecle

Background image3rd Century Collection: A Dying Gaul, digitally enhanced reproduction of an original 19th century print

A Dying Gaul, digitally enhanced reproduction of an original 19th century print
7278191 A Dying Gaul, digitally enhanced reproduction of an original 19th century print by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dying Gaul)

Background image3rd Century Collection: The History of Saint Anthony the Great, A beggar urges the sick King of Palestine to send food to St

The History of Saint Anthony the Great, A beggar urges the sick King of Palestine to send food to St
885023 The History of Saint Anthony the Great, A beggar urges the sick King of Palestine to send food to St. Anthony (top); arrival of camels with food (bottom), 1340 (tempera on wood) by Bologna

Background image3rd Century Collection: Martyrdom of St Lawrence (rotogravure)

Martyrdom of St Lawrence (rotogravure)
7185094 Martyrdom of St Lawrence (rotogravure) by Raimondi, Marcantonio (1480-1534) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martyrdom of St Lawrence)

Background image3rd Century Collection: Theseus fighting the minotaur. 1st to 3rd century (mosaic)

Theseus fighting the minotaur. 1st to 3rd century (mosaic)
LRI4592298 Theseus fighting the minotaur. 1st to 3rd century (mosaic) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania

Background image3rd Century Collection: Roman folding eating implement, 3rd century (silver and iron)

Roman folding eating implement, 3rd century (silver and iron)
FIT111293 Roman folding eating implement, 3rd century (silver and iron); length: 8.2 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; © Fitzwilliam Museum

Background image3rd Century Collection: Mithras Sacrificing the Bull, 2nd-3rd century (marble) (see also 226092)

Mithras Sacrificing the Bull, 2nd-3rd century (marble) (see also 226092)
XIR173164 Mithras Sacrificing the Bull, 2nd-3rd century (marble) (see also 226092) by Roman; Louvre, Paris, France

Background image3rd Century Collection: Amphoriskos (Container for Oil), 3rd-5th century. Creator: Unknown

Amphoriskos (Container for Oil), 3rd-5th century. Creator: Unknown
Amphoriskos (Container for Oil), 3rd-5th century

Background image3rd Century Collection: Beaker, 2nd-3rd century. Creator: Unknown

Beaker, 2nd-3rd century. Creator: Unknown
Beaker, 2nd-3rd century

Background image3rd Century Collection: Pictures of the Year- VII, 'Zenobias last look at Palmyra', 1888. Creator: Herbert Gustave Schmalz

Pictures of the Year- VII, "Zenobias last look at Palmyra", 1888. Creator: Herbert Gustave Schmalz
Pictures of the Year- VII, " Zenobias last look at Palmyra", 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38. July to December, 1888




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The 3rd century was a pivotal time in the Roman Empire, circa 200 AD. It was an era filled with remarkable art and cultural achievements that still captivate us today. One such masterpiece is the Barberini Faun, a Roman marble copy of a sleeping or drunken satyr. Its intricate details and lifelike portrayal showcase the artistic prowess of this period. Another stunning artifact from this time is the Mosaic of Nine Muses, discovered in Augusta Treverorum (Trier). This mosaic depicts the muses, goddesses of inspiration, each adorned with their unique attributes. The vibrant colors and meticulous craftsmanship make it a true testament to Roman ingenuity. Traveling further south to Tunis, Tunisia, we encounter yet another breathtaking Roman mosaic housed in the Bardo museum. This intricate piece showcases scenes from daily life during this period - a glimpse into ancient society frozen in time. In Tebessa, Algeria stands an awe-inspiring sight - the Roman Temple of Minerva. Built during this epoch, its grandeur speaks volumes about Rome's architectural prowess and influence over distant lands. Moving away from visual arts but no less significant is Saint Anthony the Great, patron saint of basket makers. His devotion to Christianity as one of its first monks paved the way for future spiritual seekers seeking solace in solitude. Speaking of spirituality brings us to Liu Bei (161-223), also known as Xuande - an influential figure during China's Three Kingdoms period. His leadership skills and strategic acumen left an indelible mark on Chinese history. Returning to matters religiously profound leads us to Saint Anthony (c250-350), considered Christianity's first monk. A line engraving from 1832 captures him amidst his ascetic lifestyle in the desert – reminding us how faith can shape lives across centuries. Jan Muller's painting depicting St. Sebastian's martyrdom around 1600 takes us back to Rome.