{"product_id":"ixion-fresco-house-of-the-vettii-pompeii","title":"Fresco of Ixion from the House of the Vettii in Pompeii","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the fresco of \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026quot;The Punishment of Ixion\u0026quot;\u003c\/strong\u003e, found in the \u003cstrong\u003eHouse of the Vettii\u003c\/strong\u003e in Pompeii, one of the most famous houses for the excellent state of conservation of the frescoes. This fresco depicts Ixion tied to a wheel, with \u003cstrong\u003eVulcan\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMercury\u003c\/strong\u003e at his side. Mercury turns his gaze towards Hera, who observes the punishment, while a figure wrapped in a large cloak, perhaps a punishing spirit or Ixion\u0026#39;s mother, sits on the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMateriale:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tela\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35 x 45 x 4 cm (13,78 x 17,71 x 1,57 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eArtisan product made in Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for enriching your collection or as a gift for lovers of \u003cstrong\u003eancient art\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eHistorical Curiosities\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Casa dei Vettii is known for the richness and quality of its frescoes. The scene represents an episode from Greek mythology, where Ixion is punished for attempting to seduce Hera. The cloaked figure could be a punishing spirit or Ixion\u0026#39;s mother, adding a touch of mystery to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis fresco is more than just a decoration; it is a \u003cstrong\u003epiece of history\u003c\/strong\u003e that celebrates the mythology and art of Pompeii. Add it to your collection and be inspired by the beauty of antiquity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Museum Shop Italy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39287458791527,"sku":"","price":158.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/3547\/6583\/products\/issione-fresco.jpg?v=1683546540","url":"https:\/\/www.museum-shop.co.uk\/products\/ixion-fresco-house-of-the-vettii-pompeii","provider":"Museum Shop Italy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}