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The Natural History of Pliny, Volume 2 (of 6)

Note 2302 — BOOK IX. THE NATURAL HISTORY OF FISHES.

John Bostock translation

“Repositorium” seems to have been the name for a large tray upon which viands were brought to table; and probably for stands similar to our sideboards, as well as cabinets or wardrobes. Carvilius Pollio, a Roman eques, lived in the time of the Dictator Sylla, and was celebrated for his luxury in ornamental furniture. He is again mentioned by Pliny in B. xxx. c. 51.

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