Antechamber of the South Master Apartment (42)

3D Model

The surface on which the mosaic unfolds, almost entirely preserved, has an accentuated slope towards the east that has given rise to some gaps. The scene is bordered by a black frame and a geometric decorative band. This mosaic depicts the struggle between Eros, in the form of a child, and the savage Pan. The two contenders clash in the presence of Silenus. This scene is followed by two groups of figures, placed behind the two protagonists. Following Eros are two children wrapped in a soft himation and three women - possibly the Domina, a handmaiden, and a third woman. Pan is accompanied by mythical figures linked to the Dionysian circle, including 3 Maenads and a Satyr. The Satyr bears a pedum, and is pointing to the prizes available for the winner on the table in the center of the mosaic.

This 3D model was generated through digital data captured by Techne S.A.S on behalf of University of South Florida and in partnership with the University of Catania, and processed in Agisoft Metashape.