The Roman antiquities, t. 4, Plate XXXIV. Vista of some of the great parts of the first order of the Theatre of Marcellus. 

Giovanni Battista Piranesi’s "The Roman antiquities, t. 4, Plate XXXIV. Vista of some of the great parts of the first order of the Theatre of Marcellus." is an etching from his series of architectural engravings, "Le Antichità Romane." Piranesi was a master of the architectural perspective, and this print showcases his talent for detail and precision. The plate features a diagram of the first order of the Theatre of Marcellus, a Roman amphitheatre built in 11-13 BC. It highlights architectural elements like the entablature, cornice, and the capital of the columns. Piranesi’s meticulous depiction of Roman architecture not only captures the beauty of ancient structures but also emphasizes his fascination with the grandeur of Roman architecture. This particular print, Plate XXXIV, is a significant example of Piranesi’s groundbreaking architectural engravings, which remain influential to this day.