Sunday, June 6, 2021

Spectacular 'Leda and the Swan' found in Pompeii

In 2019 archaeologists found a watercolor fresco depicting 'Leda and the Swan' in Pompeii. Amazingly preserved it has brilliant detail and color despite being buried for nearly 2,000 years.
The Orto dei fuggiaschi (The garden of the Fugitives)
'Leda and the Swan' is a common theme. The swan is an embodiment of the Roman god Zeus, who is impregnating Leda.

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