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THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF
Roman Domestic Religion

PP089
I. xii. 9 and 14
Cult Space Type:
Shrine




Date:
79 A.D.
Features:
Niche
Associated
Cult Spaces:
PP088, PP090
Room function:
Tablinum
Description:
Located on the east wall of the tablinum was an arched niche that sat 1.88m above the floor. The niche had a projecting shelf of stuccoed tile. Beneath the niche were five red spots spaced regularly, which no longer survive.
References:
Orr 1972, p. 158 (#23)
Image reference:
Pompeii in Pictures 2007 (Edited)
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