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THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF
Roman Domestic Religion
PP576
I. xiv. 2
Cult Space Type:
Shrine
Date:
79 A.D.
Features:
Niche
Associated
Cult Spaces:
PP577, PP578
Room function:
Atrium
Description:
Located on the west wall of the atrium was a cult space. This consisted of a niche with a peaked roof. The niche sat 2.40m above the floor on the wall. The interior was coated in white stucco and was originally painted. A few traces of paint remain which suggests that the niche was decorated with red garlands.
References:
Cullin-Mingaud 2010, pp. 129-171; Pompeii In Pictures, 2010.
Image reference:
Pompeii in Pictures 2009
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