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Roman domus, artwork C017 / 7195
Roman domus. Cutaway artwork of a typical upper class Roman house, known as a domus. This sort of house would be inhabited by the wealthy, and would be the city counterpart to a villa in the countryside. Rooms included the vestibulum (entrance hall), leading to a central courtyard (atrium, left), with an enclosed garden (peristylum, right). Leading off these internal courtyards were covered rooms such as bedrooms (cubicula), a living room or study (tablinum), a kitchen (culina), and a dining room (triclinium). This domus includes an upper storey reached by stairs. On the outer wall (lower left) are examples of graffiti. This is the Trebio Valente house at Pompeii
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This print showcases a remarkable artwork of a Roman domus, providing us with an intriguing glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of the upper class in ancient Rome. The domus, known for its grandeur and elegance, served as the urban counterpart to the countryside villa and was exclusively inhabited by the wealthy elite. The image reveals various rooms that constituted this lavish residence. Starting from the entrance hall or vestibulum, one would be greeted by a central courtyard called atrium on the left side, adorned with magnificent sculptures and fountains. On the right side lies an enclosed garden known as peristylum, offering tranquility amidst bustling city life. Beyond these internal courtyards lie covered rooms such as bedrooms (cubicula), a living room or study (tablinum), a kitchen (culina), and a dining room (triclinium). This particular domus even boasts an upper storey accessible through intricately designed stairs. Notably depicted on the outer wall are examples of graffiti, showcasing glimpses into everyday life during that era. This specific artwork represents Pompeii's Trebio Valente house—a testament to Roman architectural brilliance frozen in time due to volcanic eruption. With its classical charm and historical significance, this illustration transports us back to ancient Rome—an era characterized by wealth, sophistication, and impeccable taste in architecture.
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