Kom Ombo - Temple of Suchos and Haroeris - Vestibule

The Vestibule has ten columns with rich foliage and palm capitals and is embellished with reliefs by Neos Dionysos (incised reliefs on the columns, bas-reliefs on the walls). On the shafts of the columns the King is depicted making offerings to the gods. On the ceiling over the two main aisles are flying vultures. On the underside of the architraves, which are borne on abaci, are astronomical representations (star gods in their boats, etc.). The grids used by the artists in setting out the picture can still be seen in some cases, as well as sketches which were never carried to completion. The mural reliefs are very fine, in particular the one to the left of the north doorway, which depicts Neos Dionysos, in the presence of Haroeris (on