On the north wall of the atrium was a shrine, comprised of a large cult painting set on a white stucco panel and a square niche that sat 2.0m above the ground in the top right corner of the larger scene. Both the niche and the large space were outlined by red borders. On the back wall of the niche was painted the Genius holding a patera above a cylindrical altar furnished with offerings and entwined with garlands. On each side hung a green garland. The side walls of the niche were painted red rose-like flowers with green leaves. To the left of the niche were the Lares carrying situlae, of which only the lower part of one of them survives today. A garland hung above them. Below these figures was a large cylindrical altar with offerings of two eggs, a pine cone, and fruit. On each side of the altar were large yellow serpents, their heads reaching the level of the bottom of the niche. Decorating the background were plants bearing fruit. A thin layer of lime wash was present on top of the painted scene indicating that the scene was planned to be repainted prior to the eruption.