The artwork, titled “The Roman antiquities, t. 2, Plate LVII. Urns, memorials and vases of marble ashtray in the Villa Corsini outside Porta S. Pancrazio,” is an etching by the artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi. This piece belongs to the Neoclassicism art movement and falls under the genre of cityscape. It is part of a series known as “Le antichità Romane.”
The artwork depicts an arrangement of monumental urns, memorials, and vases of marble, set in the historic Villa Corsini, situated outside Porta S. Pancrazio. The etching skillfully illustrates the grandeur and historical significance of these antiquities, capturing the intricate details and monumental scale of the artifacts. The urns are prominently placed on high pedestals, with elaborately decorated panels and inscriptions. The background features a dramatic sky, creating a vivid sense of depth and atmosphere. The composition suggests a reverence for Roman antiquities, consistent with the Neoclassical emphasis on classical heritage and historical documentation.
