Jupiter Ammon

Unknown1st century A.D.

Museo Nacional de Arte Romano
Mérida, Spain

This decoration served to praise and exalt the figure of the emperor. Made from a large smooth flat stone slab with fragmented corners, it formed part of the sculptural decoration of what was known as the 'Forum portico' or 'Marble forum', beside the site of the Temple of Diana in the centre of Mérida. It is similar to the one in Augustus’ forum in Rome

Show lessRead more

Details

Title: Jupiter Ammon
Creator: Unknown
Date Created: 1st century A.D.
Original Tittle: Júpiter Ammon
Type: Shield
Rights: http://museoarteromano.mcu.es/
External Link: CERES

Get the app

Explore museums and play with Art Transfer, Pocket Galleries, Art Selfie, and more

Zoom in

Marble Mythology Rock

Interested in Science?

Get updates with your personalized Culture Weekly

No, thanks

You are all set!

Your first Culture Weekly will arrive this week.