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PP422

VII. xiv. 8

Cult Space Type:

Shrine

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Date:

79 A.D.

Associated
Cult Spaces: 

-

Structural type:

Niche

Room function:

Commercial space (Hospitality)

Description:

In the north wall of the shop space was an arched niche. The niche sat 1.25m above the floor and was referred to as a niche for the Penates by early scholars. Based on photographs the interior of the niche was plastered and had a vaulted ceiling.

References:

Boyce 1937, p. 73 (#328)

Image reference:

Durand 2018 (Via Pompeii in Pictures)

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