Wall Paintings in the House of Aion at Nea Paphos

A rare reconstruction of figural wall paintings from the House of Aion in Nea Paphos, Cyprus, reveals a 4th-century AD ensemble featuring three Muses (Thalia, Urania, and Euterpe) and Apollo, typical of Mediterranean Roman domestic decoration. Excavated between 1984 and 1989, fragments from Room 7 allowed for the identification and hypothetical positioning of these figures, providing insight into their iconographic context. The study situates Paphos within broader Mediterranean artistic traditions, drawing parallels with sites like Ephesos (east) and Vichen (Luxembourg). The house's brief lifespan—constructed mid-4th century and demolished by an earthquake shortly after—offers a snapshot of Roman artistry during late antiquity.

Jastrzębowska, E. (2018). Wall Paintings in the House of Aion at Nea Paphos. Polish Archaeology in the Mediterranean, 27(1), 527–597. https://doi.org/10.5604/01.3001.0013.2015