Tomb of Eumachia Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
Where is located?
A
Lies at the Nurcerian gate- Unusual because freedmen tombs were placed there
2
Q
What is the size of the tomb?
A
13 x 14M LARGEST TOMB IN POMPEII
3
Q
Name all the decorations?
A
Frieze of amazons this emphasised her being a strong independent women
Raised on multiple levels
4
Q
What is the shape of the tomb?
A
semi-circular exedra
5
Q
How could you access to the tomb?
A
Through the gate
6
Q
What does the inscription say?
A
That she paid for her own tomb
