The artwork, titled “The Roman antiquities, t. 2, Plate XXIX. View of the Tomb of the Scipios believed outside Porta S. Sebastiano,” was created by Giovanni Battista Piranesi in 1756 in Italy. This piece is an etching, belonging to the Neoclassicism art movement. It is categorized under the design genre and forms part of the series “Le antichità Romane.”
The artwork showcases an intricate and detailed depiction of the Tomb of the Scipios, believed to be located outside Porta S. Sebastiano. The upper part of the artwork features a geometrical plan, marked with letters, illustrating the architectural layout of the tomb. The plan is meticulously labeled, reflecting Piranesi’s dedication to precision and historical accuracy. The lower section presents a picturesque, yet somewhat deteriorated, view of the tomb’s facade, set against a backdrop of trees and clouds. The etching highlights the grandeur and architectural ingenuity of Roman antiquities, enhanced by Piranesi’s skilled and detailed craftsmanship.
