The martyrdom of Ignatius Bishop of Antioch: Ignatius is shown in an arena about to be devoured by lions, bears and tigers. Etching.

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The martyrdom of Ignatius Bishop of Antioch: Ignatius is shown in an arena about to be devoured by lions, bears and tigers. Etching. Wellcome Collection. Public Domain Mark. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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Ignatius of Antioch: Ignatius was Bishop of Antioch until he was apprehended by Trajan and thrown before the wild animals in a circus in Rome

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1 print : etching, with engraving ; image 16.7 x 10.7 cm

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Engraved for the Revd. Dr. Southwell's New Book of Martyrs. Ignatius Bishop of Antioch torn to pieces by wild beasts.

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Wellcome Collection 43135i

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