Sensual fresco discovered in ancient Pompeii bedroom
  • 5 years ago
Archaeologists have discovered a new erotic fresco in the ruins of Pompeii - the ancient Italian town buried in volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius 2000 years ago.
It depicts a sensual scene of the Roman god Jupiter, in the form of a swan, impregnating the Spartan queen Leda.
It was painted to make it appear Leda was looking at whoever saw the fresco upon entering the bedroom.
The fresco was discovered Friday in a house believed to have belonged to a wealthy merchant seeking to show off his knowledge of mythology
Despite its age and Pompeii's harsh history, its colors are still remarkably vivid.
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