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A Glass and Hanging Sausage

This wall fresco (2nd–3rd c. AD) from a thermopolium, or a snack bar, in Ostia features a glass vessel and a hanging sausage, indicating available food and drink. Such imagery served decorative and commercial functions, transforming taverns into inviting spaces. It reflects Roman street dining habits and the social nature of meals, illustrating the integration of art into daily life.
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