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PP580

I, xi, 1-2

Cult Space Type:

Shrine

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Date:

79 A.D.

Associated
Cult Spaces: 

PP071

Structural type:

Niche

Room function:

Commercial space (Hospitality)

Description:

Located on the east wall of a central room was a cult space. This took the form of an arched niche. The niche had a tile projecting base which was coated in stucco. The back wall of the niche was originally painted (the plaster has now fallen) and depicted the Genius sacrificing on an altar.

References:

PPM Vol II 1990, pp. 506-519.

Image reference:

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