The artwork, titled “The Roman antiquities, t. 3, Plate XXIII. Cutaway view of the previous burial chambers,” is an etching by the artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi. It belongs to the Neoclassicism art movement and falls within the cityscape genre. This piece is part of the renowned series “Le antichità Romane.”
The artwork presents a detailed cutaway view of ancient Roman burial chambers. The intricate etching meticulously depicts the architectural elements and interior arrangements of the burial site, highlighting various compartments and niches. The artist’s attention to detail and mastery in rendering the textures of stone and structural features exhibit a high level of craftsmanship typical of Piranesi’s oeuvre. The scene is steeped in historical reverence, inviting viewers to explore the grandeur and solemnity of Roman antiquities.
