lararia

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Scope note
Domestic shrines found in Roman homes, dedicated to the house gods, the Lares and the Penates. Its form varied greatly, from a simple wooden cabinet to a richly decorated miniature chapel. Found most often in the atrium.
lararia
Accepted term: 10-Feb-2025