Arch of Pantani, plate thirty-seven from the Ruins of Rome Possibly 1797

This aquatint print titled "Arch of Pantani," created by M. Dubourg in 1797, depicts a Roman ruin overgrown with vegetation. The print is part of a series titled "Ruins of Rome" and is a beautiful example of 19th-century Romanticism. It is currently held in the Art Institute of Chicago's collection, showcasing the enduring fascination with classical architecture and the passage of time. The print's delicate color palette and detailed rendering of the ruins are typical of the era, highlighting a sense of grandeur and decay.