The artwork titled “The Roman Antiquities, t. 3, Plate LIII. Marble urn with a lid found in the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella,” was created by Giovanni Battista Piranesi. It is an etching that belongs to the Neoclassicism art movement and is classified under the genre of design. This piece is part of the series “Le antichità Romane.”
The artwork features detailed etchings of fragmented classical Roman architecture and decorative elements. A prominent aspect is a richly ornamented marble urn complete with intricate carvings, found in the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella. The urn is surrounded by various other architectural fragments, showcasing the grandeur and meticulous design characteristics of Roman antiquities. The detailed brushwork and precision in the etching illustrate Piranesi’s remarkable skill and his dedication to highlighting the beauty and historical significance of ancient Roman art and architecture.
