The artwork, titled “The Roman antiquities, t. 3, Plate XX. Plan, elevation and cross section of a tomb on the ancient Appian Way in the Vineyard Buonamici,” is an etching by Giovanni Battista Piranesi. It belongs to the Neoclassicism art movement and is part of the artwork series “Le antichità Romane.” The genre of this piece is design.
The artwork features a detailed architectural representation of a tomb on the ancient Via Appia in the Vineyard Buonamici. It meticulously illustrates a plan, elevation, and cross-section of the tomb, showcasing Piranesi’s exceptional skills in architectural rendering and his deep appreciation for Roman antiquities. The etching comprises a top-view plan indicating the layout, an elevation depicting the exterior facade, and a cross-sectional view providing insight into the internal structure. Each element is labeled with letters for clarity. The detailed hatching and shading techniques used in the etching bring out a strong sense of depth and realism, making it a valuable contribution to the documentation of ancient Roman architecture.
