The Ten Books on Architecture, 6.3.10

Vitruvius  translated by Joseph Gwilt

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Of the Grecian Œci

10Œci are sometimes constructed differently from those of Italy; the Greeks call them κυζίκηνοι. They face the north, with a prospect towards the gardens, and have doors in the middle. They are of such length and breadth that two tables (triclinia) with their accessories may stand in them opposite to each other. The windows, as well on the right as on the left, are to open like doors, so that the verdure may be seen through them whilst the guests recline on the couches. The height of them is equal to once and a half the width.

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