Parthians

9 artifacts · 200 BCE – 226 CE · people (3) · architecture (2) · battle (1) · spiritual (1) · artifact (1) · art (1)

The Parthian Empire, a formidable power between the Mediterranean and the East from the 3rd century BCE to the 3rd century CE, was defined by its rich cultural exchanges and military prowess. The objects in this hall reflect their architectural innovations, artistic achievements, and the historical figures who influenced their legacy.

The Collection

• rhyton — 200 BCE · artifact
• Nisa — 200 BCE · architecture
• Mithridates I of Parthia — 194 BCE · people
• Mithridates II of Parthia — 124 BCE · people
• Mithraic mysteries — 100 BCE · spiritual
• Parthian art — 100 BCE · art
• Surena — 83 BCE · people
• Hatra — 100 CE · architecture
• Roman–Parthian Wars — 226 CE · battle