Pompeii was rediscovered in the 18th century and remains an active archaeological site today.
The teams report on the new discoveries waspublishedtoday in the Pompeii Sites e-journal.
It covers discoveries made in and around several houses at Pompeii.
Apparent doodles of gladiators and a hunting scene.Photo: Parco archeologico di Pompei
Based on their rudimentary look, the team concluded they were probably made by a child.
The sketches show two gladiators facing off, an eagles head, and a hunting scene.
The boxing scene appeared to be done in a red pigment, potentially ochre.
Remains of two individuals found during the recent excavations.Photo: Parco archeologico di Pompei
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Inside the House of the Painters at Work.Photo: Parco archeologico di Pompei
