Sassanian King

Illustration

by Metropolitan Museum of Art
published on 25 February 2020

Sassanian King — Sassanian metalwork from the 4th century CE, perhaps the reign of Shapur II (309-379 CE). The identity of the king depicted in relief or sculpture is usually determined by comparison with representations found on coins. There is no exact parallel in this case.

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Sassanian King

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