Porta Maggiore te Rome 1747 - 1761

giuseppevasi

aged paper

toned paper

light pencil work

ink paper printed

parchment

old engraving style

tea stained

personal sketchbook

watercolour illustration

watercolor

This etching by Italian artist Giuseppe Vasi, titled "Porta Maggiore," depicts a large gate in Rome, Italy. Dating back to 1747-1761, this architectural print showcases the Porta Maggiore in detail, emphasizing its grandeur and historical significance. Vasi's meticulous attention to detail, particularly in the stonework of the gate and the surrounding landscape, is evident. This print would have appealed to those interested in Roman history and architecture, serving as a visual record of a significant landmark.