Forum of Nerva, colonnade, profiles of attic and entablature, architrave and column detail (recto) Arch of Constantine, plan (verso) 1500 - 1560

This anonymous drawing, dated between 1500 and 1560, is a detailed architectural study of two Roman monuments: the Forum of Nerva and the Arch of Constantine. The recto side features a precise representation of the Forum's colonnade, showcasing the intricate details of the attic, entablature, architrave, and columns. On the verso, a plan of the Arch of Constantine provides a comprehensive view of its structure. This drawing exemplifies the Renaissance fascination with classical architecture and the meticulous observation of ancient Roman structures.