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THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF
Roman Domestic Religion

PP380
VII. v. 15
Cult Space Type:
Cult Painting


Date:
79 A.D.
Features:
Wall Painting
Associated
Cult Spaces:
-
Room function:
Commercial space (Hospitality)
Description:
Within the main commercial space was a cult painting. This was carried out on a white background and featured the Genius, with a cornucopia and patera, and a tibicen. Behind the Genius stood a rooster. On each side of the group stood a Lar, holding a rhyton and situla. In the lower zone, two serpents could be seen meeting at an altar furnished with offerings. The property is now part of the modern restaurant and is not preserved.
References:
Boyce 1937, pp. 66-67 (#285)
Image reference:
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