Newly Discovered Frescoes in Pompeii
Newly discovered frescoes depicting mythological scenes, including a colorful painting of Phrixus and Helle, found in Pompeii during restoration work. The frescoes, still vibrant after 2,000 years, were uncovered at the House of Leda mansion. The site aims to reconstruct a complete plan of the area. The discovery follows researchers using AI to read a 2,000-year-old scroll carbonized in the Vesuvius eruption.
Key Points
- Frescoes depicting Phrixus and Helle discovered in Pompeii
- Frescoes still colorful after 2,000 years
- Excavations aim to reconstruct the House of Leda site
- Researchers used AI to read a 2,000-year-old scroll from Vesuvius eruption
Pros
- Preservation of ancient art and history
- Insight into Greek mythology and daily life in ancient Pompeii