Roman Houses - House of Wooden Partition Flashcards
1
Q
Where does the name come from?
A
wooden partition that separates tablinium from atrium
2
Q
Whats the significance?
A
well preserved domus w conventional plan
3
Q
How is the atrium decorated?
A
impressive w red, black, yellow panels, marble impluvium w marble fountain
4
Q
What was the layout?
A
main dining room, peristyle linked to shops, small family rooms, flight of stairs at back led to rooms and stairs at front led to apartment