Mithras Collection

MITHRAS with associated emblems and attributes

Mithras Tauroktonos, 2nd century bc (marble)
3618534 Mithras Tauroktonos, 2nd century bc (marble); (add.info.: Mithras Tauroktonos. Roman sculpture group. White marble (93 x 96 x 35 cm). The god of the Sun. Second half of 2nd century AC

Mithras killing a bull (marble)
3502156 Mithras killing a bull (marble) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Mithraism, also known as the Mithraic mysteries)

The Sun-Worshippers (engraving)
2781005 The Sun-Worshippers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sun-Worshippers. Illustration for Chatterbox (1889).); © Look and Learn

An Arch Druid in his Judicial Habit, engraved by Robert Havell (1769-1832) 1815 (aquatint
STC93068 An Arch Druid in his Judicial Habit, engraved by Robert Havell (1769-1832) 1815 (aquatint) by Smith, Charles Hamilton (1776-1859) (after)

Mithraic relief representing a youthful divinity, perhaps Mithra (marble)
ALG78708 Mithraic relief representing a youthful divinity, perhaps Mithra (marble) by Roman; Galleria e Museo Estense, Modena

Bas-relief of the investiture and victory of Ardashir II (r. 379-83) c. 379-83 (stone)
BOO179160 Bas-relief of the investiture and victory of Ardashir II (r.379-83) c.379-83 (stone) by Sasanian School, (4th century); Taq-e Bostan

Mithras slaying the bull (engraving)
3655962 Mithras slaying the bull (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mithras slaying the bull)

The Roman Wall and Roman Art in Britain (engraving)
2812330 The Roman Wall and Roman Art in Britain (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Roman Wall and Roman Art in Britain)

View of the ancient mysterious rites celebrated in the Mithraic cavern (engraving)
STC312845 View of the ancient mysterious rites celebrated in the Mithraic cavern (engraving) by English School; Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

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

Reborn (Birth of Mithras)
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Relief with Mithras kneeling upon a bull and driving a sword into its shoulder, at left two smaller standing figures, one holding a sheathed sword and one holding a sword

ZODIAC ON XMAS DAY
The night sky as it appears at midnight on 25 December, a moment sacred to Mithras (and subsequently to Christians) - the star of the Magi shines over the sign of the Virgin Date: circa 1700

MITHRAS depicted by the Gauls as a serpent, symbol of eternity, and - in this case - accompanied by Signs of the Zodiac Date: circa 1st century BC

Roman stone relief, 2nd century
Roman stone relief of Mithras slaying the bull, now in the Louvre, 2nd century

Mithras Temple at Carrawburgh, 2nd century
The Roman temple of Mithras at Carrawburgh, 2nd century

Roman statuette of Mithras slaying the bull, 3rd century
Roman statuette of Mithras slaying the bull from Dadofori, Sicily. From Palermo Museums collection, 3rd century

Roman depiction of Mithras killing the bull, 3rd century
Depiction of Mithras killing the bull, from France and from the Louvres collection. Probably part of a Mithraic cult, favoured by soldiers, 3rd century

Depiction of the birth of the Roman god Mithras from an egg, 2nd century
Depiction of the birth of Mithras from an egg, a symbol of eternal life, from the Mithraeum at Housesteads on Hadrians wall. Now at the Museum of Antiquities in Newcastle, 2nd century

Bronze Roman relief of Mithras killing a bull from Hungary. Mithras was a particularly favoured god of soldiers. From the National Museums collection in Budapest

Mithras, ancient Persian god of light. Statue of Mithras, who was adopted into the Roman pantheon in the 1st century BC, shown wearing the Phrygian cap

Mithras, ancient Persian god of light and ruler of the Universe, slaying the bull, 100-150. Roman marble sculpture. From the Kunsthistorische Museum, Vienna

Statue of Mithras, ancient Persian god of light who was adopted into the Roman pantheon. Mithras is shown wearing the Phrygian cap. Louvre, Paris

Roman London, Temple of Mithras uncovered 1954
Sir David Eccles, Minister of Works, holding the newly-found head of Mithras, during his visit to the site at Walbrook in the City of London where the Temple of Mithras was discovered in 1954

Italy. Rome. The Basilica of Saint Clement. Mithraeum in the
Italy. Rome. The Basilica of Saint Clement (Basilica di San Clemente al laterano). Church dedicated to Pope Clement I (1st cenutry A.C.). Mithraeum in the basement, 2nd century

Temple of Mithras, Walbrook
A view from above of the site of the Roman Mithraic Temple uncovered in Walbrook, a street in the City of London, during excavations before the construction of a new office building

Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae Statue Mithras
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Mithras, ancient Persian god of light and ruler of universe, slaying the bull. Roman marble sculpture. AD100-150, Vienna, Kunsthistorische Museum

Sculptural group with Mithras sacrificing bull, from Rome
Roman civilization, 2nd century A.D. Sculptural group with Mithras sacrificing a bull. From Rome

Marble statue of Mithras born from the rock, from Sarmizegetusa, ancient Ulpia Traiana, Romania
Dacian-Roman civilization, 2nd-3rd century A.D. Marble statue of Mithras born from the rock. From Sarmizegetusa, ancient Ulpia Traiana, Romania

Mithras from Cabra. 2nd c. Depicting Mitra god sacrificing a bull. Roman art. Sculpture on marble. SPAIN. Cordoba. Archaeological Museum of Cordoba. Proc: SPAIN. Cabra

Stele, Arsameia Ruins of Commagene, Adiyaman, Turkey

Zodiac & Mithras
MITHRAS depicted by the Gauls as a serpent, symbol of eternity, and - in this case - accompanied by Signs of the Zodiac

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"Mithras: The Enigmatic Sun-Worshipper Unveiled" Delving into the depths of ancient mythology, Mithras emerges as a captivating figure shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Symbolized by his iconic act of slaying a bull, this marble depiction showcases the power and strength attributed to Mithras. The followers of Mithras, known as the Sun-Worshippers, revered him as a divine entity associated with light and vitality. Through an exquisite engraving, we catch a glimpse into their fervent devotion towards this enigmatic deity. Intriguingly, an aquatint from 1815 reveals an Arch Druid donning his judicial habit - perhaps hinting at connections between Mithraism and other ancient belief systems. This amalgamation of traditions adds another layer to the complex tapestry surrounding Mithras' worship. A remarkable marble relief portrays a youthful divinity believed to be none other than Mithra himself. His radiant presence captivates onlookers while leaving them pondering over his true nature and significance within ancient society. Further exploring historical events intertwined with religious symbolism, we encounter a stone bas-relief depicting Ardashir II's investiture and victory. This artwork hints at how influential the cult was during that period - its impact reaching even royal circles. An engraving showcasing "Mithras slaying the bull" transports us back in time when these rituals were performed within grottoes adorned with mysterious symbols. These cavernous spaces served as sanctuaries for devotees seeking spiritual enlightenment through secret ceremonies. Roman Britain also bears witness to the influence of Mithraic beliefs through its Roman Wall and art forms prevalent during that era. This engraving offers glimpses into how deeply ingrained these practices were within British society at that time.