A Reconstruction of the Castellum Aquiae Martiae (above) and a View of the Ruins (below) 1690 - 1704

This 17th-century pen and ink drawing by Jan Goeree, titled "A Reconstruction of the Castellum Aquiae Martiae (above) and a View of the Ruins (below)," portrays a Roman architectural structure and its remnants. The upper portion of the drawing depicts a reconstruction of the Castellum Aquiae Martiae, a Roman fortress, while the lower portion shows the ruins of the structure in a more contemporary setting. Goeree, a Dutch artist known for his architectural drawings and engravings, utilizes a meticulous and detailed style to capture the grandeur of the Roman past. The composition highlights the contrast between the imagined grandeur of the original structure and its present state of decay, offering a poignant reflection on the passage of time and the enduring legacy of Roman architecture.