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THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF
Roman Domestic Religion

PP530
Caupona of Tertius (IX. vii. 21/22)
Cult Space Type:
Cult Painting




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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