The Bent Page

Looking through the windows and doorways of homes in Pompeii reveals the lifestyle of some of the residents. They appreciated their art work. In this post, we take a look at the mosaic in the entranceway of one house:

Quite the statement there in the foyer. And check out the arrangement of the next house with more mosaic flooring and a shrine toward the rear:

These were spacious homes of the wealthy for sure. Here’s a variation of the courtyard, complete with columns and greenery.

In the next post, we’ll look closer at the wall paintings. Check back soon!