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THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF
Roman Domestic Religion
PP105
I. xiii. 12
Cult Space Type:
Shrine
Date:
79 A.D.
Features:
Niche
Associated
Cult Spaces:
PP104
Room function:
Viridarium/Garden
Description:
Located on the south wall of the garden was an arched niche. The niche possessed a projecting tile base, with evidence of stucco and red paint on the interior. There are no images readily available of this cult space and it is uncertain if it survives today. The garden is currently used as a small vineyard.
References:
Orr 1972, p. 164 (#39)
Image reference:
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