Parthia Collection

PANC2A-00003
Map of the empire of Alexander the Great in 323 BC. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Thomas the Apostle 2
THOMAS DIDYMUS is famous for doubting the resurrection of Jesus; later he went as a missionary to Parthia and India, where he was pierced with lances near Madras

Rhyton in the form of a Bull's Head, 200 B.C.-200 A.D.. Creator: Unknown
Rhyton in the form of a Bull's Head, 200 B.C.-200 A.D

Coin of Menander I, ca 160-130 BC. Creator: Numismatic, Ancient Coins
Coin of Menander I, ca 160-130 BC. Private Collection

Altar to God Oxus, with Marsias playing the aulos. From the Oxus Temple... 2th century BC. Creator: Central Asian Art
Altar to God Oxus, with Marsias playing the aulos. From the Oxus Temple, Takht-i Sangin, 2th century BC. Found in the Collection of the National Museum of Antiquities of Tajikistan, Dushanbe

Aquatic divinity. From the Oxus Temple, Takht-i Sangin, 2th century BC. Creator: Central Asian Art
Aquatic divinity. From the Oxus Temple, Takht-i Sangin, 2th century BC. Found in the Collection of the National Museum of Antiquities of Tajikistan, Dushanbe

Altar to God Oxus, with Marsias playing the aulos. From the Oxus Temple... 2th century BC. Creator: Central Asian Art
Altar to God Oxus, with Marsias playing the aulos. From the Oxus Temple, Takht-i Sangin, 2th century BC. Found in the Collection of the National Museum of Antiquities of Tajikistan, Dushanbe

Aquatic divinity. From the Oxus Temple, Takht-i Sangin, 2th century BC. Creator: Central Asian Art
Aquatic divinity. From the Oxus Temple, Takht-i Sangin, 2th century BC. Found in the Collection of the National Museum of Antiquities of Tajikistan, Dushanbe

Head of a Greco-Bactrian ruler. From the Oxus Temple, Takht-i Sangin, 3-2 century BC. Creator: Central Asian Art
Head of a Greco-Bactrian ruler. From the Oxus Temple, Takht-i Sangin, 3-2 century BC. Found in the Collection of the National Museum of Antiquities of Tajikistan, Dushanbe

Head of Alexander as Herakles. From the Oxus Temple, Takht-i Sangin, Third cent. BC. Creator: Central Asian Art
Head of Alexander as Herakles. From the Oxus Temple, Takht-i Sangin, Third cent. BC. Found in the Collection of the National Museum of Antiquities of Tajikistan, Dushanbe

Head of a Greco-Bactrian ruler. From the Oxus Temple, Takht-i Sangin, 3-2 century BC. Creator: Central Asian Art
Head of a Greco-Bactrian ruler. From the Oxus Temple, Takht-i Sangin, 3-2 century BC. Found in the Collection of the National Museum of Antiquities of Tajikistan, Dushanbe

Head of Alexander as Herakles. From the Oxus Temple, Takht-i Sangin, Third cent. BC. Creator: Central Asian Art
Head of Alexander as Herakles. From the Oxus Temple, Takht-i Sangin, Third cent. BC. Found in the Collection of the National Museum of Antiquities of Tajikistan, Dushanbe

Coin of Vima Kadphises, ca 100-128. Creator: Numismatic, Ancient Coins
Coin of Vima Kadphises, ca 100-128. Private Collection

Fish-shaped glass flask, 1st century. Creator: The Oriental Applied Arts
Fish-shaped glass flask, 1st century. Found in the Collection of the National Museum of Afghanistan, Kabul

The Rabatak inscription, 2nd cen. AD. Creator: Historic Object
The Rabatak inscription, 2nd cen. AD. Found in the Collection of the National Museum of Afghanistan, Kabul

Gold Coin, Kushan. Reverse: in Bactrian script Buddha (boddo), 127-150. Creator: Numismatic, Ancient Coins
Gold Coin, Kushan. Reverse: in Bactrian script Buddha (boddo), 127-150. Private Collection

Statue of the emperor Kanishka with inscriptions in Brahmi Script, 1st-2nd century. Creator: Central Asian Art
Statue of the emperor Kanishka with inscriptions in Brahmi Script, 1st-2nd century. Found in the Collection of the Archaeological Museum, Mathura

Earrings (gold & garnet)
HSC270519 Earrings (gold & garnet) by Parthian, (2nd century AD); each height: 5.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo eHeini Schneebeli; Iranian, out of copyright

Temple of Vespasian and Arch of Severus, east from Capitol, Rome, Italy, c1909. Creator: Unknown
Temple of Vespasian and Arch of Severus, east from Capitol, Rome, Italy, c1909. The Temple of Vespasian, begun by Titus in 79 after Vespasians death

Relief of Parthians, the Apadana, Persepolis, Iran. The capital of Achaemenid Persia, Persepolis was predominantly built during the reigns of the dynastys founder

RMS Parthia, Lounge, January 1949 Date: 1949

RMS Parthia, Restaurant, January 1949 Date: 1949

RMS Parthia, Cocktail Bar, January 1949 Date: 1949

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 Bust of King Volagases IV, 192-193. Creator: Unknown
Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying Bust of King Volagases IV, 192-193

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

Orodes I, king of Parthia, about BC 55-37 (engraving)
3635333 Orodes I, king of Parthia, about BC 55-37 (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Orodes I, king of Parthia, about BC 55-37)

Parthians celebrating a victory (engraving)
3647051 Parthians celebrating a victory (engraving) by Vogel, Hermann (1856-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: Parthians celebrating a victory)

Military Costumes of the Arsacide Dynasty, 1821 (colour litho)
CHT285297 Military Costumes of the Arsacide Dynasty, 1821 (colour litho) by Botticelli, Carlo (fl.1820); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Ewer with a Feline-Shaped Handle, Iran, 7th century. Creator: Unknown
Ewer with a Feline-Shaped Handle, Iran, 7th century

Statue of a Parthian princess, Hatra (Al-Hadr), Iraq, 1977. Hatra was a religious and trading centre in the area of modern north-western Iraq which flourished between c400 BC and 300 AD

Temple of the Sun, Hatra (Al-Hadr), Iraq, 1977. Hatra was a religious and trading centre in the area of modern north-western Iraq which flourished between c400 BC and 300 AD

Acanthus capital, Temple of the Sun, Hatra (Al-Hadr), Iraq, 1977. Hatra was a religious and trading centre in the area of modern north-western Iraq which flourished between c400 BC and 300 AD

Ruins of Hatra (Al-Hadr), Iraq, 1977. Hatra was a religious and trading centre in the area of modern north-western Iraq which flourished between c400 BC and 300 AD

Hellenistic temple, Hatra (Al-Hadr), Iraq, 1977. Hatra was a religious and trading centre in the area of modern north-western Iraq which flourished between c400 BC and 300 AD

Gold Coin, Kushan. Obverse: Kanishka I. Reverse: in Bactrian script Buddha (boddo). Artist: Numismatic, Ancient Coins
Gold Coin, Kushan. Obverse: Kanishka I. Reverse: in Bactrian script Buddha (boddo). Found in the collection of British Museum

Nariman Kills the Son of the Khaqan of China. From The Garshaspnama epic by Asadi Tusi. Artist: Indian Art
Nariman Kills the Son of the Khaqan of China. From The Garshaspnama epic by Asadi Tusi. Found in the collection of The David Collection

Imperium Parthicum (Parthian empire). Artist: Wilkinson, Robert (active End of 18th cen. )
Imperium Parthicum (Parthian empire). Private Collection

Roma - Roman Forum - Arch of Septimius Severus, 1910. AD203, in honour of his victories over the Parthians. From Cento Vedute Classiche di Roma. [Enrico Verdesi, Rome, 1910]

Rhodogune, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Rhodogune, 1615. A plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenere, Paris, 1615. Fround in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Assorted Greek and Roman jewelry, 4th century BC-17th century. Greek gold ring, 4th century BC, Gold bracelet, Parthian, 2nd century AD, golden earing, Roman, 3-4th century

Tetradrachm of King Gotarzes II of Parthia (ruled 40-51BC)
Tetradrachm of King Gotarzes II (ruled 40-51 BC): obverse. He was known for being especially cruel, and had a troubled reign

Drachma of King Mithridates II of Parthia, c1st century BC
Drachma of King Mithridates II of Parthia (123-88 BC). He was the first Parthian king to enter into negotiations with Rome

The Roman forum and Arch of Septimus Severus, 3rd century
The Roman forum, seen through the arch of Septimus Severus, 3rd century

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"Parthia: A Journey through Ancient Lands and Time" Step into the world of Parthia, a captivating civilization that flourished in ancient times. From its rich history to its opulent treasures, there is much to discover about this remarkable empire. (PANC2A-00003) Unearth the secrets as you delve deep into its fascinating past. Explore the ruins of temples and marvel at architectural wonders like the Temple of Vespasian and Arch of Severus in Rome, Italy (c1909). Join Thomas the Apostle on his legendary journey (Thomas the Apostle 2), where he spread Christianity across Parthia's vast territories. Learn about his encounters with diverse cultures and witness how his teachings shaped this region forever (Thomas the Apostle). Embark on a luxurious voyage aboard RMS Parthia, where elegance meets grandeur. Indulge in exquisite dining experiences at RMS Parthia's Lounge, Restaurant, and Cocktail Bar - each offering a taste of refined sophistication. Adorn yourself with stunning Earrings made from gold & garnet - reminiscent of Parthian craftsmanship that blended beauty with intricate designs. Feel like royalty as you wear these timeless pieces inspired by an era long gone. Discover influential figures such as Marcus Licinius Crassus, a Roman general and politician whose ambitions clashed with those of mighty Parthians (engraving). Witness their power through Drachm Coins portraying King Mithradates IV, Gotarzes II, Orodes I - symbols of wealth and authority during their reigns. Immerse yourself in tales woven within every corner of this ancient land; let your imagination transport you back to an era filled with mystery and allure. Experience the magic that lies within Parthia's hidden gems – both literal and metaphorical – waiting to be explored.