Mosaic from House of the Faun, Pompeii (VI,12,2), showing the battle between Alexander the Great and King Darius of Persia. The mosaic was probably based on a painting by the famous Greek artist, Philoxenes. The mosaic was located in the hall of the House of the Faun, having a roof supported by Corinthian columns. Floor mosaic from House of the Faun, Pompeii, representing Nile animal life. Museo Archeologico Nazionale Napoli, Inv. 10020

 

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