The artwork, titled “The Roman antiquities, t. 4, Plate XVII. View of the Bridge of the Four Heads Fabrizio said today,” is an etching created by Giovanni Battista Piranesi. It belongs to the Neoclassicism art movement and falls under the genre of design. This piece is part of the series “Le antichità Romane.”
The artwork depicts a detailed architectural view of the inscriptions found on the Bridge of the Four Heads, also known as the Pons Fabricius, in Rome. The etching highlights the intricacies of Roman engineering and design, showcasing various Latin inscriptions that indicate the constructors and their roles. The arches and keystones are meticulously rendered, reflecting the precision and grandeur typical of Roman antiquities. The lines and textures evoke a sense of depth and realism, inviting viewers to appreciate the historical and architectural significance of the bridge.
