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PP530

Caupona of Tertius (IX. vii. 21/22)

Cult Space Type:

Cult Painting

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Date:

79 A.D.

Features:

Altar, Wall Painting

Associated
Cult Spaces: 

PP529

Room function:

Corridor/Passage way

Description:

On the south wall of the corridor leading to the latrine was a painting of Fortuna. She was depicted holding a cornucopia and a rudder, with a green globe lying at her feet. To the left of her was a naked man with writing above his head referring to the need for caution using the latrine. A serpent could be seen on either side of him as if he was the altar instead. Above the scene was a yellow garland with taeniae. Below the painting was a terracotta podium which stood against the wall, perhaps serving as an altar.

References:

Boyce 1937, p. 88 (#442)

Image reference:

Pompeii in Pictures (Date Unknown)

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