![]() The report of the Pontifical Ministry of Public Works (Rome was still, just, under papal control) recorded that a room The hen, it is said, held a branch of laurel in its beak which was planted and grew with such vigour that it would provide the wreaths for the triumphs of generations to come. They tell us that its name came from a white hen which fell, alive, from the clutches of an eagle into Livia’s lap. The existence and location of the villa is well-documented, amongst others by Pliny and Cassius Dio. The room was discovered at the Villa of Livia ad gallinas albas (by the white hen) in the area now known as Prima Porta on 30th April of 1863, just ten days after the celebrated statue of Augustus had also been found close by. ![]() Triclinium paintings from the villa of Livia at Prima Porta, Museo Nazionale Romano, Palazzo Massimo alle Terme ![]()
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