Zoroastrian Collection

Ahura Mazda, supreme god in Zoroastrianism, Persepolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Iran, Middle East

Zoroastrian (Parsee) Beauty - Iran. Date: 1910

Parsi Fire Temple - Bombay - Zoroastrians
Parsi Fire Temple - Mumbai (Bombay) - Zoroastrians

A Parsi woman at a fire altar
A Parsi (Zoroastrian) Indian woman at a fire altar, worshipping Zoroaster Date: 1906

Parsi Fire Temple in Baku, Azerbaijan. Zoroastrianism is a religion and philosophy based on the teachings of prophet Zoroaster (aka Zarathustra)

Parsi Fire Temple - Mumbai, India
Parsi (Indian Zoroastrian) Fire Temple at Bombay (Mumbai, India), possibly on a Parsi Holiday. Date: circa 1910s

'Parsee of Bombay; From Bombay to Kosseir: The Red Sea, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Parsee of Bombay; From Bombay to Kosseir: The Red Sea, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Bombay Parsees with an Address of Welcome to the Prince, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Bombay Parsees with an Address of Welcome to the Prince [of Wales], 1876. The future King Edward VII on a royal visit to India

Parsi Priest, British India
3788836 Parsi Priest, British India; (add.info.: Parsi Priest, British India. Colorized photo early 20th century. The Parsi (Zoroastrian)

Ka ba-ye Zartosht, Cube of Zoroaster, Zoroasters Kaba, 6th century BC, Naqsh-e
Ka ba-ye Zartosht, Cube of Zoroaster, Zoroasteras Kaba, 6th century BC, Naqsh-e Rostam, necropolis, Fars Province, Iran

Zoroastrians History and Culture Museum, Yazd, Yazd Province, Iran

Tower of Silence, Bombay (Mumbai), India
Tower of Silence (Dakhmeh), Bombay (Mumbai), India. Date: circa 1890s

Parsees of Bombay; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. Creator: C. B. Low
Parsees of Bombay; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. [Parsi men from what is now Mumbai, India]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Parsee Lady; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. Creator: C. B. Low
Parsee Lady; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. [Parsi woman and child, India]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Parsee Children, Bombay; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. Creator: C. B. Low
Parsee Children, Bombay; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. [Parsi children from what is now Mumbai, India]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Ahura Mazda triumphing over Angra Mainyu, copy of a frieze from Persepolis (colour litho)
CHT193555 Ahura Mazda triumphing over Angra Mainyu, copy of a frieze from Persepolis (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Drachm (Coin) Portraying King Mithradates IV, 130-47. Creator: Unknown
Drachm (Coin) Portraying King Mithradates IV, 130-47

Drachm (Coin) Portraying King Gotarzes II, 40-51. Creator: Unknown
Drachm (Coin) Portraying King Gotarzes II, 40-51

Drachm (Coin) Portraying King Orodes I, 57-37 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Drachm (Coin) Portraying King Orodes I, 57-37 BCE

Drachm (Coin) Portraying King Mithridates II the Great of Parthia, 123-88 BCE Reign of King Mithridates II of Parthia

Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying King Gotarzes, 40-51. Creator: Unknown
Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying King Gotarzes, 40-51

Drachma (Coin) Portraying Chosroes I, 531-579. Creator: Unknown
Drachma (Coin) Portraying Chosroes I, 531-579

Drachm (Coin) Portraying King Varahran II, 238-275. Creator: Unknown
Drachm (Coin) Portraying King Varahran II, 238-275

Parsee Towers of Silence (colour litho)
980508 Parsee Towers of Silence (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Parsees, c. 1870s (b / w photo)
495566 Parsees, c.1870s (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Parsis (or Parsees)

Brighouse, West Yorkshire - Mazdaznan - Harvest Festival
circa 1910s

Ahura Mazda and Angra Mainyu dispute the world, copy of a frieze from Persepolis
CHT265525 Ahura Mazda and Angra Mainyu dispute the world, copy of a frieze from Persepolis (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Ateseh-Gah, Indians Devoted to the Cult of Fire, Baku, plate 44 from a book
STC92672 Ateseh-Gah, Indians Devoted to the Cult of Fire, Baku, plate 44 from a book on the Caucasus, engraved by Leroux, pub

Pyre with Persian priests, illustration from Il Costumo Antico e Moderno
CHT243025 Pyre with Persian priests, illustration from Il Costumo Antico e Moderno by Giulio Ferrario, Milan, 1819-1834 (coloured engraving) by Biasioli

Ka bah of Zoroaster, c. 500 BC (stone)
BOO179115 Ka bah of Zoroaster, c.500 BC (stone) by Achaemenid, (5th century BC); Naqsh-e Rostam, Iran; (add.info.: could not have been a fire temple as no windows; likely to be a tomb possibly for)

Farr (god-given fortune), detail from Darius Monument, 521-19 BC (stone)
BOO178084 Farr (god-given fortune), detail from Darius Monument, 521-19 BC (stone) by Achaemenid, (6th century BC); Bisotun

The Easter Procession of the Sacred Fire in Jerusalem, 1895 (colour litho)
CHT174613 The Easter Procession of the Sacred Fire in Jerusalem, 1895 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Parsi priest performing a ceremony (colour photo)
3096540 Parsi priest performing a ceremony (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Parsi priest performing a ceremony)

Dish: The Goddess Anahita, 400-600 (silver gilt)
499556 Dish: The Goddess Anahita, 400-600 (silver gilt) by Sasanian School; 4.6x21.6 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Anahita, the Zoroastrian goddess of water and fertility)

La Tour Du Silence (engraving)
2789180 La Tour Du Silence (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Tour Du Silence. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages, 27 May 1894)

Anahita Vessel, 300-500 (cast, raised, repousse, chased & gilted silver)
499555 Anahita Vessel, 300-500 (cast, raised, repoussA©, chased & gilted silver) by Sasanian School; 18.5x11.5 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Parsee Woman and Child, c. 1870s (b / w photo)
495567 Parsee Woman and Child, c.1870s (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Indian costumes, late 19th Century (engraving)
968777 Indian costumes, late 19th Century (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indian costumes, late 19th Century)

Parsis in Bombay, c. 1870s (b / w photo)
495564 Parsis in Bombay, c. 1870s (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Parsis (or Parsees)

Hunt Pitcher, 500-600 (silver)
499535 Hunt Pitcher, 500-600 (silver) by Sasanian School; 13.4x9 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Every good Zoroastrian was supposed to spend one-third of his day farming; one-third)

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

Frontispiece of an edition of the Zend Avesta, 1771 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR162653 Frontispiece of an edition of the Zend Avesta, 1771 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Magic Bowl and an Ostrakon, Iran, 9th-10th century. Creator: Unknown
Magic Bowl and an Ostrakon, Iran, 9th-10th century. Written in a local variant of Pahlavi which remained in use, beside Arabic, at least until the 10th century, especially in Zoroastrian circles

Ewer with Molded Inscriptions, Animals and Dancers, Iran, last quarter 11th or 12th century. Inscription mentions the name of the potter, Abu Ahmad Qassa i

A Fire-Worshipper Received at the Board of Abraham the Patriarch, Folio from a Bustan (Orchard) of Sa di, 17th century

Magi Round the Sacred Fire, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Magi Round the Sacred Fire, 1890. Zoroastrian traditions of the fire temples date c600 BC. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History, Vol

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Zoroastrianism, an ancient religion founded by the prophet Zoroaster, holds a rich and fascinating history. At its core is the belief in Ahura Mazda, the supreme deity representing wisdom and goodness. The beauty culture can be seen in Iran's Parsee community, known for their vibrant traditions and customs. In Bombay (Mumbai), India, one can find the majestic Parsi Fire Temple, a sacred place where Zoroastrians gather to worship and offer prayers. Similar temples can also be found in Baku, Azerbaijan - a testament to the widespread influence of this faith. A captivating image captures a Parsi woman standing before a fire altar - her devotion evident as she pays homage to her beliefs. These rituals are deeply ingrained within the community's identity. The historical significance of Zoroastrianism is exemplified by Persepolis' ruins - Darius' palace remnants that have stood for over 2, 500 years. This archaeological marvel serves as a reminder of the religion's enduring legacy. Another intriguing aspect is the Tower of Silence in Bombay (Mumbai), India - an enigmatic structure where deceased members of this faith were laid out to undergo natural decomposition. It symbolizes their reverence for nature and respect for life cycles. Beyond religious practices lie unique cultural elements like owning pet lions at companies in Aden, Yemen – showcasing both power and prestige associated with this ancient belief system. One cannot overlook Ka ba-ye Zartosht or Cube of Zoroaster – dating back to 6th century BC Naqsh-e Rustam; it stands as an architectural wonder embodying spiritual significance for followers worldwide. To delve deeper into this captivating world, visit Yazd Province's Zoroastrians History and Culture Museum located in Yazd city itself – offering insights into their customs through artifacts and exhibits that shed light on centuries-old traditions passed down from generation to generation.