The Roman antiquities, t. 2, Plate XXXII. Plan and external view of the tomb of Alexander Severus located outside Porta S. John about a mile from the aqueducts.
- Artist
- Giovanni Battista Piranesi
- Date
- 1756 ; Italy
- Style
- Neoclassicism
- Genre
- Design
The painting titled "The Roman antiquities, t. 2, Plate XXXII" depicts a detailed Etching showcasing both the Design and external view of the tomb of Alexander Severus. Situated outside Porta S. John, about a mile from the aqueducts, the artwork captures the classical architecture and the historical significance of the site. The rendering reflects Neoclassicism, emphasizing clarity, symmetry, and a reverence for antiquity, blending architectural plan and picturesque landscape to evoke the grandeur of Roman funeral monuments.
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