Dogmatic Sarcophagus

Nicknamed ‘Dogmatic’ for its clear doctrinal program, this sarcophagus compresses core beliefs into relief: creation of Adam by a youthful, bearded Christ, the procession of Magi, Peter and Paul as pillars of the Church, and baptismal motifs—often with Trinitarian hints like three figures or triple streams. Roman carving habits—deep drill, busy registers, column screens—serve a new purpose: teaching the faith at a glance for the tomb’s viewers.