View of the Castle Sant'Angelo and the Ospedale di Santo Spirito [recto] c. 1552 - 1566

Étienne Dupérac's "View of the Castle Sant'Angelo and the Ospedale di Santo Spirito" is a pen drawing created between 1552 and 1566. The piece depicts the famous landmark of the Castel Sant'Angelo, a Roman mausoleum turned fortress, on the Tiber River. The drawing's meticulous detail, including the ripples of the water and the intricate architecture of the buildings, speaks to Dupérac's skill as a draftsman. This work exemplifies Dupérac's contribution to the development of architectural perspective and is a testament to his artistic talent.