Martin M. Miles' photos with the keyword: Baptistry of Neon

The Battistero Neoniano (= Baptistry of Neon, Orthodox Baptistry) is the most ancient, still existing structure in Ravenna. The octagon was erected on the site of a Roman bath by Bishop Ursus at the end of the 4th century, as part of The Basilica Ursiana, that was destroyed in 1734, to make room for the Baroque cathedral of today. The baptistery was finished by Bishop Neon at the end of the 5th century, at which time the famous mosaic decorations were added. The ceiling mosaic depicts John the Baptist baptizing Jesus. A procession of the twelve apostles proceeds around the center. Here the portrait of IACOBUS (= Saint James, Saint Jacques).

The Battistero Neoniano (= Baptistry of Neon, Orthodox Baptistry) is the most ancient, still existing structure in Ravenna. The octagon was erected on the site of a Roman bath by Bishop Ursus at the end of the 4th century, as part of The Basilica Ursiana, that was destroyed in 1734, to make room for the Baroque cathedral of today. The baptistery was finished by Bishop Neon at the end of the 5th century, at which time the famous mosaic decorations were added. The center of the ceiling mosaic now in detail. John the Baptist pouring water on Jesus´ head. Jesus stands half immersed in the Jordan River. He seems to be naked! John holds a large cross. Above them is the Holy Spirit. The elderly man to the right is the personification of the Jordan River.

The Battistero Neoniano (= Baptistry of Neon, Orthodox Baptistry) is the most ancient, still existing structure in Ravenna. The octagon was erected on the site of a Roman bath by Bishop Ursus at the end of the 4th century, as part of The Basilica Ursiana, that was destroyed in 1734, to make room for the Baroque cathedral of today. The baptistery was finished by Bishop Neon at the end of the 5th century, at which time the famous mosaic decorations were added. The ceiling mosaic depicts John the Baptist baptizing Jesus, standing waist high in the Jordan River. A procession of the twelve apostles proceeds around the center.

The Battistero Neoniano (= Baptistry of Neon, Orthodox Baptistry) is the most ancient, still existing structure in Ravenna. The octagon was erected on the site of a Roman bath by Bishop Ursus at the end of the 4th century, as part of The Basilica Ursiana, that was destroyed in 1734, to make room for the Baroque cathedral of today. The baptistery was finished by Bishop Neon at the end of the 5th century, at which time the famous mosaic decorations were added. At that time, the floor was about 3 metres (!!) lower than it is today, so the original dimensions of the building cannot be seen. The octagonal baptismal font in the center dates to the 15th century.

The Battistero Neoniano (= Baptistry of Neon, Orthodox Baptistry) is the most ancient, still existing structure in Ravenna. The octagon was erected on the site of a Roman bath by Bishop Ursus at the end of the 4th century, as part of The Basilica Ursiana, that was destroyed in 1734, to make room for the Baroque cathedral of today. The baptistery was finished by Bishop Neon at the end of the 5th century, at which time the famous mosaic decorations were added.

The Battistero Neoniano (= Baptistry of Neon, Orthodox Baptistry) is the most ancient, still existing structure in Ravenna. The octagon was erected on the site of a Roman bath by Bishop Ursus at the end of the 4th century, as part of The Basilica Ursiana, that was destroyed in 1734, to make room for the Baroque cathedral of today. The baptistery was finished by Bishop Neon at the end of the 5th century, at which time the famous mosaic decorations were added.