Klinai

Klinai (couches; singular klinē) also known as lectus triclinaris were a type ancient furniture used by the Ancient Greeks and Ancient Romans in their symposia or convivia. Three klinai were arranged in a 'U' shape, which together with the adjoining 'T' formed the triclinium, which was where the dinner guests reclined during the meal.

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