Theater van Marcellus te Rome 1575

Étienne Dupérac's engraving "Theater van Marcellus te Rome" (1575) depicts the Theater of Marcellus in Rome. This detailed print showcases the impressive architecture of the theater and its surrounding cityscape. Dupérac, a French architect and engraver, was known for his meticulous representations of ancient Roman structures, offering a glimpse into the grandeur of the Roman Empire. The engraving's visual style is characteristic of 16th-century architectural prints, conveying the scale and complexity of the theater through its intricate lines and perspective. The presence of figures in the foreground adds a sense of life and scale to the scene, offering a visual reference to the theater's once bustling activity.