Piazza del Quirinale te Rome 1692 - 1717

This is a 17th-century engraving of the Piazza del Quirinale in Rome, made by Gommarus Wouters in 1692-1697. The detailed image portrays the architecture of the Palazzo del Quirinale, the large central square, and a bustling scene of figures in period dress. The engraving is a good example of the period's interest in documenting the city's grandeur and public life. The large palace and the equestrian statue in the foreground showcase the power of the Papacy and the Italian aristocracy during the Baroque period.