Concerning the Fountainhead of the Acqua Giulia. Text sheet 1761
giovannibattistapiranesi1
statensmuseumforkunst
print, engraving
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pencil drawn
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aged paper
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light pencil work
# print
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hand drawn type
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personal sketchbook
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fading type
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ink colored
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thick font
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pencil work
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handwritten font
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engraving
"Concerning the Fountainhead of the Acqua Giulia" is an etching from Giovanni Battista Piranesi's renowned series "Le Antichità Romane," published in 1761. This text sheet, featuring a detailed architectural drawing, showcases Piranesi's fascination with ancient Roman ruins. The text accompanying the image provides insights into the architectural intricacies and the historical context of the Acqua Giulia, a vital aqueduct system in ancient Rome. Piranesi's meticulous attention to detail and his mastery of etching techniques contribute to the profound impact of his work on both scholars and art enthusiasts.
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