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Aion or Eone, Deity of the Mithraic cult, Lateran Museum, Rome. Today in Gregoriano Profano Museum (formerly Lateran Museum), Vatican Museums, Vatican City
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Aion or Eone, Deity of the Mithraic cult, Lateran Museum, Rome. Today in Gregoriano Profano Museum (formerly Lateran Museum), Vatican Museums, Vatican City
Aion or Eone, Deity of the Mithraic cult, Lateran Museum, Rome. Today in Gregoriano Profano Museum (formerly Lateran Museum), Vatican Museums, Vatican City Rome Lateran Museum Statue Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca.. Date of Artwork:190 d. C
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-035666-0000
Media ID 33117504
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Caption: This print showcases the magnificent statue of Aion or Eone, a prominent deity of the Mithraic cult, displayed at the Lateran Museum in Rome. Today, this awe-inspiring artwork can be found in the Gregoriano Profano Museum within the Vatican Museums complex in Vatican City. The photograph, taken around 1920-1930 by Alinari, Fratelli captures every intricate detail of this ancient Roman masterpiece. Created during the year 190 AD, this remarkable statue represents a significant aspect of European ancient civilization and Greco-Roman art. Aion or Eone is depicted as a divine figure with an imposing presence. The sculpture portrays him with a lion's head symbolizing his association with terrestrial mammals and vertebrates. As one of the central deities worshipped by followers of the Mithraic cult, Aion holds great significance in mythology and religious beliefs. The fusion between Persian and Roman influences is evident in this extraordinary piece of art. Its craftsmanship reflects both Greco-Roman artistic traditions and elements from earlier civilizations that shaped Europe's cultural landscape. Now housed within one of Vatican City's prestigious museums, this statue serves as a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with divinity throughout history. It stands as a reminder of our ancestors' devotion to their gods and offers us insight into their spiritual practices. Alinari's photograph allows viewers to appreciate not only its historical value but also its aesthetic beauty. This image preserves an important artifact from antiquity for future generations to admire and study—an everlasting tribute to our rich cultural heritage.
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