Sappho Fresco from Pompeii - Poster
No extra cost – the image shows your choice.
Estimated delivery to:
Free shipping over
Exclusive Posterscape Art
FSC-certified paper
It is one of the most famous faces of antiquity. A young woman in a golden hairnet holds a wax tablet and rests a stylus against her lips, as if searching for the right word. Found in Pompeii and now kept at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples, the portrait is nicknamed "Sappho" after the Greek poet, although she was more likely a cultivated Pompeian woman who wanted to be remembered as a writer. Either way, writer's block clearly goes back at least two thousand years.
The painting is small but incredibly alive: the direct gaze, the curls escaping from the net, the warm earth tones. We printed it on thick matte paper to keep those reds and golds soft and authentic. It looks wonderful in a home office, a reading corner or a living room.
Want to get even closer? Our Sappho fresco detail poster focuses on her face. Explore our full selection of Pompeii art prints, and discover the story behind them in our article on Pompeii frescoes.
- Exclusive, expressive wall art designed by Posterscape's talented artists in France, printed and shipped from the USA 🇺🇸.
- Typical US delivery time: 2–5 business days via our dedicated US logistics partner. Please allow an additional 3–5 business days for framed posters due to the extra time required for careful framing.
- Our posters are printed on demand in the United States using high-quality FSC-certified paper to help protect the world’s forests.
- To ensure the best possible finish, we select the paper type based on the artwork’s visual style. Painterly or textured pieces are printed on 200gsm matte art paper, while artworks requiring vibrant, saturated colors (such as abstract gradients or bold graphic designs) are printed on 200gsm semi-gloss paper.
- Enjoy our free framing service! You only pay for the print and its frame: the framing work is free, and your poster arrives fully assembled and ready to hang.
- High-quality oak wood frames for a timeless look that complements any US-style interior décor.
- Our framed posters are protected by high-quality, shatterproof plexiglass.
- Printed locally in the USA for faster delivery and reduced environmental impact.
- Domestic shipping across the USA, carefully packed and promptly delivered. International shipping also available.
Elevate your space
Recently viewed posters & prints
