15h 38min, jan 24, 200 y BC - House of the Vettii
Description:
2nd century BCE, rebuilt 62-79 CEStone and fresco
Pompei, Italy
The domus played a key part in the reinforcement of social hierarchy as the patron (patronus) would receive his clients (clientes) in the atrium of his domus each business day. Clients sought support and favors from patron; patron provided security and protection.
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Date:
15h 38min, jan 24, 200 y BC
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~ 2227 years ago