Antieke thermen in Albano by Giovanni Battista Piranesi

Antieke thermen in Albano 1764

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"Antieke thermen in Albano" is an etching created by Giovanni Battista Piranesi in 1764. It is a detailed depiction of the ancient Roman Baths of Albano, a site of considerable archaeological interest. Piranesi's signature use of dramatic perspective and precise detail conveys the grandeur and decay of the ruins, emphasizing their historical significance. The etching is part of Piranesi's "Antichità Romane" series, which explored the ruins of ancient Rome, making it a key work in the revival of interest in Classical architecture during the 18th century.

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