The artwork entitled “The Roman antiquities, t. 4, Plate XXIV. Elevation of the bridge and its foundations Cestius” is an etching created by Giovanni Battista Piranesi. This piece, which belongs to the Neoclassicism movement, is part of the series “Le antichità Romane” and falls under the genre of design.
The artwork provides a detailed architectural elevation of the ancient Pons Cestius, focusing particularly on its structure and foundation. In a meticulously arranged composition, the image highlights various elements including labeled measurements and annotations that delineate the different structural components of the bridge. Rendered with precision, the etching conveys both the artistry and technical acumen of Piranesi, who was renowned for his engravings that celebrate the grandeur of Roman architecture.
