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Tablinum Collection

The tablinum, a prominent feature in Roman houses, served as the central reception area and was often adorned with beautiful frescoes and mosaics

Background imageTablinum Collection: Frescoes in the House of Livia Tablinum in the Palatine

Frescoes in the House of Livia Tablinum in the Palatine

Background imageTablinum Collection: House of Marcus Lucretius, Reg IX, Ins 3, 5, 24, Pompeii. View of the courtyard with impluvium

House of Marcus Lucretius, Reg IX, Ins 3, 5, 24, Pompeii. View of the courtyard with impluvium
FLO4688078 House of Marcus Lucretius, Reg IX, Ins 3, 5, 24, Pompeii. View of the courtyard with impluvium, tablinum with mosaic floor, and garden with statues of satyrs and cupids

Background imageTablinum Collection: View of the House of the Tragic Poet, Pompeii VI.8.5. Showing the tablinum, impluvium (pool), well

View of the House of the Tragic Poet, Pompeii VI.8.5. Showing the tablinum, impluvium (pool), well
FLO4688258 View of the House of the Tragic Poet, Pompeii VI.8.5. Showing the tablinum, impluvium (pool), well, peristyle (garden courtyard) and aedicula lararium (shrine)

Background imageTablinum Collection: Elevation and floor plan of a house in Pompeii, showing the oecus, exedra, triclinium, cubiculum

Elevation and floor plan of a house in Pompeii, showing the oecus, exedra, triclinium, cubiculum, peristylium
FLO4686908 Elevation and floor plan of a house in Pompeii, showing the oecus, exedra, triclinium, cubiculum, peristylium, viridarium, piscina, apotheca, tablinum, libreca, atrium, ala, impluvium

Background imageTablinum Collection: Remains of the house of the banker Lucius Caecilius Iucundus, Pompeii, (1902)

Remains of the house of the banker Lucius Caecilius Iucundus, Pompeii, (1902). The Tablinum, seen from the Atrium. The house was partially destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius in AD 79

Background imageTablinum Collection: Wall painting of Iphigenia from the tablinum of the House of Lucius Caecilius Iucundus

Wall painting of Iphigenia from the tablinum of the House of Lucius Caecilius Iucundus
FLO4687024 Wall painting of Iphigenia from the tablinum of the House of Lucius Caecilius Iucundus. Chromolithograph by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno from Emile Presuhn

Background imageTablinum Collection: Decorative ornaments from the tablinum of the house of Lucius Caecilius Jucundus

Decorative ornaments from the tablinum of the house of Lucius Caecilius Jucundus
FLO4686957 Decorative ornaments from the tablinum of the house of Lucius Caecilius Jucundus. Chromolithograph by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno from Emile Presuhn (1844-1878)

Background imageTablinum Collection: View of the tablinum, a room off the atrium, in the house of the banker Lucius Caecilis Iucundus

View of the tablinum, a room off the atrium, in the house of the banker Lucius Caecilis Iucundus, Reg V, Ins 1, 26
FLO4687170 View of the tablinum, a room off the atrium, in the house of the banker Lucius Caecilis Iucundus, Reg V, Ins 1, 26

Background imageTablinum Collection: Wall with panel of theatrical masks from the tablinum of a house at VI.8.24

Wall with panel of theatrical masks from the tablinum of a house at VI.8.24
FLO4686910 Wall with panel of theatrical masks from the tablinum of a house at VI.8.24.. Chromolithograph by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno from Emile Presuhn (1844-1878)

Background imageTablinum Collection: Wall painting showing Theseus and Ariadne from a tablinum in the Casa di Caccia Antica or House of

Wall painting showing Theseus and Ariadne from a tablinum in the Casa di Caccia Antica or House of the Ancient Hunt
FLO4686883 Wall painting showing Theseus and Ariadne from a tablinum in the Casa di Caccia Antica or House of the Ancient Hunt, Reg. VI, Ins. 4, No. 48

Background imageTablinum Collection: Elevation and floor plan of a house in Pompeii

Elevation and floor plan of a house in Pompeii, showing the oecus, exedra, triclinium, cubiculum, peristylium, viridarium, piscina, apotheca, tablinum, bibliotheca, atrium, ala, impluvium, officina

Background imageTablinum Collection: Frescoes in the House of Livia on the Palatine

Frescoes in the House of Livia on the Palatine

Background imageTablinum Collection: Mosaic with cubic prospective, first century BC, from the tablinum of a roman villa

Mosaic with cubic prospective, first century BC, from the tablinum of a roman villa
930424 Mosaic with cubic prospective, first century BC, from the tablinum of a roman villa, national museum of Rome (museo nazionale romano), Rome, Italy; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Background imageTablinum Collection: View of the House of the Tragic Poet, Pompeii VI. 8. 5

View of the House of the Tragic Poet, Pompeii VI. 8. 5
View of the House of the Tragic Poet, Pompeii VI.8.5. Showing the tablinum, impluvium (pool), well, peristyle (garden courtyard) and aedicula lararium (shrine)

Background imageTablinum Collection: House of Marcus Lucretius, Reg IX, Ins 3, 5, 24, Pompeii

House of Marcus Lucretius, Reg IX, Ins 3, 5, 24, Pompeii. View of the courtyard with impluvium, tablinum with mosaic floor, and garden with statues of satyrs and cupids

Background imageTablinum Collection: View of the tablinum in the house of Lucius

View of the tablinum in the house of Lucius
View of the tablinum, a room off the atrium, in the house of the banker Lucius Caecilis Iucundus, Reg V, Ins 1, 26. Chromolithograph by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno

Background imageTablinum Collection: Wall painting of Iphigenia from the tablinum

Wall painting of Iphigenia from the tablinum of the House of Lucius Caecilius Iucundus. Chromolithograph by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno from Emile Presuhns Les Plus

Background imageTablinum Collection: Decorative ornaments from the tablinum of

Decorative ornaments from the tablinum of the house of Lucius Caecilius Jucundus. Chromolithograph by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno from Emile Presuhns Les Plus Belles

Background imageTablinum Collection: Mural with panel of theatrical masks

Mural with panel of theatrical masks from the tablinum of a house at VI.8.24.. Chromolithograph by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno from Emile Presuhns Les Plus Belles

Background imageTablinum Collection: Theseus and Ariadne from a tablinum in

Theseus and Ariadne from a tablinum in
Wall painting showing Theseus and Ariadne from a tablinum in the Casa di Caccia Antica or House of the Ancient Hunt, Reg. VI, Ins. 4, No. 48

Background imageTablinum Collection: Atrium and tablinum of the Casa di Sallusti, Rome (engraving)

Atrium and tablinum of the Casa di Sallusti, Rome (engraving)
3647123 Atrium and tablinum of the Casa di Sallusti, Rome (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Atrium and tablinum of the Casa di Sallusti, Rome)

Background imageTablinum Collection: Interior of Roman House (engraving)

Interior of Roman House (engraving)
655151 Interior of Roman House (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of Roman House.--Showing the Atrium and Alae; Tablinum and Peristyle)

Background imageTablinum Collection: Tablinum in the House of Marcus Lucretius Fronto, Pompeii

Tablinum in the House of Marcus Lucretius Fronto, Pompeii
6340115 Tablinum in the House of Marcus Lucretius Fronto, Pompeii by Gusman, Pierre (1862-1941); (add.info.: Tablinum in the House of Marcus Lucretius Fronto, Pompeii. Third Pompeian Style)

Background imageTablinum Collection: Tablinum of the House of the Small Fountain, Casa della Fontana Piccola, Pompeii

Tablinum of the House of the Small Fountain, Casa della Fontana Piccola, Pompeii
6340105 Tablinum of the House of the Small Fountain, Casa della Fontana Piccola, Pompeii by Gusman, Pierre (1862-1941); (add.info.: Tablinum of the House of the Small Fountain)

Background imageTablinum Collection: Roman domus, artwork C017 / 7195

Roman domus, artwork C017 / 7195
Roman domus. Cutaway artwork of a typical upper class Roman house, known as a domus. This sort of house would be inhabited by the wealthy



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The tablinum, a prominent feature in Roman houses, served as the central reception area and was often adorned with beautiful frescoes and mosaics. In the House of Livia Tablinum on the Palatine Hill, one can marvel at the intricate frescoes that once decorated its walls. These vibrant artworks transport us back to ancient Rome, showcasing scenes from mythology and daily life. Another remarkable example is found in Pompeii, where the remains of banker Lucius Caecilius Iucundus' house reveal a well-preserved tablinum. This archaeological site offers a glimpse into the opulence of Roman homes with its elaborate floor plan and elevation. The National Museum of Rome houses an exquisite mosaic from a villa's tablinum dating back to the first century BC. The use of cubic perspective creates an illusion of depth, making this artwork truly captivating. Pompeii never fails to amaze us with its rich history. The House of Marco Lucrezio Fronto showcases stunning frescoes that adorn its tablinum walls. These vivid depictions bring forth stories from Roman civilization and offer insight into their cultural practices. Moving on to another famous residence in Pompeii, we find ourselves standing before the House of the Tragic Poet. Its well-preserved tablinum allows us to imagine how it once hosted important gatherings or displayed treasured possessions. In Reg IX Ins 3, 5, 24 lies yet another intriguing house belonging to Marcus Lucretius. Here we discover his grand tablinum which would have undoubtedly impressed visitors during ancient times. One cannot overlook the wall painting depicting Iphigenia found within a tablinum elsewhere in Pompeii. This piece serves as a testament to both artistic skill and storytelling prowess prevalent during this era. As we explore further into these magnificent spaces, decorative ornaments catch our eye within various tablinae - each telling their own unique story.