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PP332

House of Siricus (VII. i. 25 and 47)

Cult Space Type:

Shrine

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Date:

79 A.D.

Features:

Niche

Associated
Cult Spaces: 

PP330, PP331, PP333

Room function:

Peristyle/Portico

Description:

On the north wall of the peristyle, near the western corner, was a large arched niche. Within the niche was a large masonry base, which is believed to be a statue base. This masonry structure was stepped. The interior of the niche was coated in stucco, with remnants of red paint visible.

References:

Boyce 1937, p. 60 (#238)

Image reference:

Puffer 2017 (via Pompeii in Pictures)

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