Buste van keizer Augustus 1740 - 1774

This etching, created between 1740 and 1774 by Pieter Anthony Wakkerdak, depicts a bust of the Roman Emperor Augustus. The bust is positioned within an arch, surrounded by various symbols of Roman power and authority, including a column, a wreath, and a cherub holding a palm branch. The use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and realism. The etching is a testament to Wakkerdak's skill as an artist, and it captures the essence of Augustus's legacy as a powerful and influential Roman emperor.