A spectacular find in the Necropolis Porta Sarno near Pompeii gives new insights into the lives of the Roman higher class: archaeologists from the University of València discovered an almost living high relief of a pair that once decorated a monumental grave.
The newest excavations have revealed a monumental grave that consists of a large wall with different niches, which is overlooked by a relief with a woman and a male figure, possibly a few.
Because of the symbolism of the female figure, archaeologists conclude that it is a priestess of the Ceres, the goddess of fertility. The characteristics of the sculptures indicate a date in the late Republican period.
Find outside the walls of Pompeii
The find is due to research work in the area outside the walls of Pompeii, emphasized the head of the Archaeological Park of Pompeii, the German archaeologist Gabriel Buchtriegel, emphasizes in a press release on Tuesday. The area investigated from July 2024 corresponds to an area that was excavated in the 1990s for the construction of the double lane of the Regional Rail Line Circumviana.
During excavations in 1998, more than 50 fire graves have already been discovered, which are characterized by couples and a curved burial monument.
Forgotten faces of Pompeii
The old city was at the foot of the Vesuvi volco. In the case of outbreaks in 79 AD, Ash, Mud and Lava had buried the settlements among themselves and partially preserved the city.
Pompeii was rediscovered in the 18th century. The excavation site, which repeatedly reveals sensational finds, is one of the most popular sights in Italy.
Source: Krone
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