Fragmentary Roman fresco depicting Phaedra

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Fragmentary Roman fresco depicting Phaedra
Fragmentary Roman fresco depicting Phaedra

This fragment of an ancient Roman fresco (wall painting) is probably from Pompeii. It appears to depict the Cretan princess Phaedra with a servant woman, perhaps her nurse (as is traditional). Phaedra was the daughter of King Minos, and the sister of the dreaded Minotaur. She was married to Theseus, but fell in love with Theseus’ son, Hippolytus, who spurned her. She, in turn, told Theseus that Hippolytus tried to rape her, and Theseus prayed to Poseidon to kill his son. When Hippolytus subsequently died, Phaedra killed herself.

Here, Phaedra seems lost in thought, perhaps regretting several of her decisions. Of note is the deep red curtain behind her, with a pattern of flowers.

Roman, from Pompeii, ca. 20-60 CE
British Museum (1856,0625.5)

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Taken on: December 21, 2023
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