The Roman antiquities, t. 1, Plate XXXVIII. Plate of topography of Rome.
- Artist
- Giovanni Battista Piranesi
- Date
- 1756 ; Italy
- Style
- Neoclassicism
- Genre
- Design
This Etching depicts the topography of ancient Rome, focusing on the Theatre of Pompey, a significant architectural marvel built during the late Roman Republic by Pompey the Great. Completed in 55 BC, it was Rome's first permanent theatre and its ruins now rest at Largo di Torre Argentina. The detailed design showcases the grandeur of Roman engineering and urban planning. Created in the Neoclassicism style, the artwork emphasizes classical harmony and meticulous accuracy, serving as a valuable topographical record of Rome’s ancient landscape.
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