But Pompeii archaeological park director Massimo Osanna praised this fresco as exceptional since it was painted to make it appear Leda was looking at whoever saw the fresco upon entering the bedroom. © 2018 The Associated Press. Medical Xpress covers all medical research advances and health news, Tech Xplore covers the latest engineering, electronics and technology advances, Science X Network offers the most comprehensive sci-tech news coverage on the web. The fresco's details include a depiction of Leda protecting the swan with her cloak as the bird sits on her lap. Click here to sign in with By using our site, you acknowledge that you have read and understand our Privacy Policy The figure of Leda being impregnated by the god in swan form was a fairly common home decoration theme in Pompeii and Herculaneum, another town destroyed in A.D. 79 by the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius near present-day Naples. 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Pompeii's sprawling, partially excavated grounds are one of Italy's top tourist attractions. part may be reproduced without the written permission. The content is provided for information purposes only. The fresco ”Leda e il cigno” (Leda and the swan) discovered last Friday in the Regio V archeological area in Pompeii, near Naples, Italy, is seen Monday, Nov. 19, 2018. "Leda watches the spectator with a sensuality that's absolutely pronounced," Osanna told Italian news agency ANSA. The house takes its name from the refined fresco found in a cubicle (bedroom). But Pompeii archeological park director Massimo Osanna praised this fresco as exceptional since it was painted to make it appear Leda was looking at whoever saw the fresco upon entering the bedroom. READ MORE: The fresco ''Leda e il cigno'' (Leda and the swan) discovered last Friday in the Regio V archeological area in Pompeii, near Naples, Italy, is seen Monday, … Osanna said one hypothesis is that the home's owner was a rich merchant who wanted to give the impression he was culturally advanced by incorporating myth-inspired frescoes. This document is subject to copyright. The fresco ”Leda e il cigno” (Leda and the swan) discovered last Friday in the Regio V archeological area in Pompeii, near Naples, Italy, is seen Monday, … Please read our Commenting Policy first. Your email address is used only to let the recipient know who sent the email. Your feedback will go directly to Science X editors. Get a roundup of the most important and intriguing national stories delivered to your inbox every weekday. Leda is an important figure in Greek mythology. Neither your address nor the recipient's address will be used for any other purpose. Pseudonyms will no longer be permitted. All rights reserved. "Leda watches the spectator with a sensuality that's absolutely pronounced," Osanna told Italian news agency ANSA. Please note that CBC does not endorse the opinions expressed in comments. She was said to have borne children fathered by the god Zeus, the Greek version of Jupiter, and by a mortal king of Sparta. Pompeii's sprawling, partially excavated grounds are one of Italy's top tourist attractions. According to myth, her children included the beautiful Helen of Troy and the twins Castor and Pollux. Osanna said one hypothesis is that the home's owner was a rich merchant who wanted to give the impression he was culturally advanced by incorporating myth-inspired frescoes. It appeared the artist was inspired by a 4th century B.C. The bedroom is located near a corridor by the entranceway of an upscale domus, or home, where another splendid fresco was discovered earlier this year, said the archeological park, which is part of the Italian Culture Ministry. Thank you for taking your time to send in your valued opinion to Science X editors. Archaeologists are considering removing both frescos found in the home to a place where "they can be protected and shown to the public," Osanna was quoted as saying. 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Archaeologists have found a fresco in an ancient Pompeii bedroom that depicts a sensual scene of the Roman god Jupiter, disguised as a swan, and a legendary queen of Sparta from Greek mythology. Comments on this story are moderated according to our Submission Guidelines. Audience Relations, CBC P.O.