Early Christian/Roman mosaic of Christian attacked by lions, c1st-2nd century. Artist: Unknown.

Early Christian/Roman mosaic of Christian attacked by lions, c1st-2nd century.  Artist: Unknown.

2-668-294 - © CM Dixon/Heritage Images

Early Christian/Roman mosaic of Christian attacked by lions, c1st-2nd century. Religion was very important to the Romans. Within the Roman Empire, Christianity was banned and Christians were punished for many years. Feeding Christians to the lions was seen as entertainment in Ancient Rome. Bardo Museum.


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Creator
  1. Unknown, attributed to: :
People Related
  1. CM Dixon: British: Photographer

Picture Type
  1. Object

Category Hierarchy

Science & Nature Animal Life

Religion & Belief Christianity

History & Politics Artefacts


Digital Image Size

Pixel Dimensions (W x H) : 5419x3518
File Size : 55,852kb


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  1. TN7F337-DX
  1. 0370005384
  1. 2-668-294
  1. 2668294
  1. MLLE09 | TN7F338-DX

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