Sepulchrum Antiquum Ad Viam Appiam 1545 - 1555

"Sepulchrum Antiquum Ad Viam Appiam" is a 16th-century engraving by an anonymous artist depicting an ancient Roman tomb along the Appian Way. The engraving, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the detailed architectural features of the tomb, highlighting its imposing structure and classical design. The artist meticulously renders the brickwork, columns, and the entranceway, offering a glimpse into the architectural grandeur of Roman funerary monuments. The inscription at the bottom, "Sepulchrum Antiquum Ad Viam Appiam," identifies the subject as an ancient tomb on the Appian Way, further emphasizing the historical context of the artwork.