Titelprent met stenen blok met titel, opdracht en wapenschild 1629

This engraving, "Titelprent met stenen blok met titel, opdracht en wapenschild" by Giovanni Battista Mercati, depicts a stone block adorned with a coat of arms and a dedication to Ferdinando II, Grand Duke of Tuscany. Created in 1629, the artwork features intricate details in its architectural elements and the heraldic symbols, highlighting the artistic mastery of Mercati in engraving. The title inscription reveals the subject matter of the work, likely a collection of views and perspectives of inhabited places in Rome. This engraved frontispiece serves as a decorative and informative element for a larger work, showcasing Mercati's talent for detailed representation.