Portraits of an Abbot and a Bishop from Early Christian Egypt
On this guided tour, we’ll take a journey back in time to early Christian Egypt. We’ll take a closer look at the portraits of a bishop and an abbot. Who are the people behind these portraits? And how can we recognise their special status?
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Führung: Kleidung macht den Mönch
Their clothing and accessories play a key role in this. Reconstructions help us to understand what is depicted.
Anyone who wishes to can step into the role of an abbot themselves: the reconstructed garments are available to try on!
- The meeting point is the equestrian statue in the Great Dome.
- Participation is free with a valid admission ticket.
- Limited number of places. Booking recommended.
Additional information
Dates
November 2026
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