House of the Dancing Faun

This one had been closed off previously. The real faun is in the Naples Museum, as is the Alexander the Great mosiac. This is one of the largest and most luxiourious house found in Pompeii to date (although they haven't excavated anywhere near all of it.

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The House of the Dancing Faun in Pompeii is one of the most iconic and luxurious residences uncovered in the ancient city. Named after the exquisite bronze statue of a dancing faun found in its impluvium, this large house exemplifies the wealth and artistic appreciation of its owners. As you wander through its expansive layout, you are treated to intricate mosaics and frescoes that depict various aspects of Roman life and mythology, including the famous Alexander Mosaic, which portrays the battle between Alexander the Great and Darius III. This house not only provides insight into the domestic architecture of Pompeii but also serves as a gallery of art and culture that resonated within the elite classes of Roman society before the devastating eruption of Mount Vesuvius.Читать далее