Ancient marble urn adorned with various symbols alluding to human life 1778

This etching by Giovanni Battista Piranesi from 1778 depicts an ancient marble urn adorned with various symbols alluding to human life. Piranesi, an Italian architect and artist, was known for his detailed etchings of ancient Roman ruins. The urn is a testament to the enduring influence of classical antiquity on 18th-century European art. The intricate details and symbolic imagery of this engraving make it a fascinating example of Piranesi's artistic mastery and his fascination with the past.