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THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF
Roman Domestic Religion
IB065
Quinta das Longas
Cult Space Type:
Shrine
Building Name:
Quinta das Longas
Site Name:
Quinta das Longas
Date:
4th c. A.D.
Country:
Portugal
Associated
Cult Spaces:
Room Function:
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Courtyard
Features:
Nymphaeum
Description:
In the centre of the courtyard was a nymphaeum. The structure was located in the centre of the room and had a rectangular shape. A large group of marble sculptural fragments were found in the same room including one depicting Venus as well as symbols/fragments relating to Diana, Bacchus, and the Muses. The nymphaeum was connected to and overlooked the nearby river.
References:
Basarrate et al. 2004, pp. 109-10.
Image Reference:
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