The artwork titled “The Roman antiquities, t. 3, Plate XXXVIII. Plan of the rooms adjoining the burial chambers above,” created by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, is an etching that belongs to the Neoclassicism art movement. This piece is part of the “Le antichità Romane” series and falls under the genre of design.
The artwork presents a detailed architectural plan, rendered with meticulous precision. It depicts various interconnected rooms adjacent to the burial chambers. The layout is characterized by intricate detailing and schematic divisions, featuring labeled sections and precise measurements down to the scale of palms. The plan showcases Piranesi’s expertise in capturing the essence of classical Roman architecture, reflecting the intellectual and aesthetic rigor of the Neoclassical period. The etching demonstrates a harmonious blend of artistic skill and historical inquiry, characteristic of Piranesi’s oeuvre.
