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PP005

House of Queen Caroline (VIII. iii. 14)

Cult Space Type:

Shrine

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Date:

79 A.D.

Associated
Cult Spaces: 

PP003, PP004, PP006

Structural type:

Niche

Room function:

Cubiculum/Bedroom

Description:

Located on the south wall was a semi-circular vaulted niche which sat 1.4m above the floor. The inside of the niche is lined with painted yellow stucco matching the walls of the room. The niche was originally outlined by a red border, with the ceiling decorated with a white shell design.

References:

Fiorelli 1875, p. 326; Boyce 1937, p. 75 (#352)

Image reference:

Morelli 1806 (Via Pompeii in Pictures)

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