The Roman antiquities, t. 2, Plate XXXVI. Hips and split of the urn itself (figures carved from Barbault). 1756

Giovanni Battista Piranesi's "The Roman antiquities, t. 2, Plate XXXVI. Hips and split of the urn itself (figures carved from Barbault)." (1756), is a detailed architectural drawing that provides a plan of a Roman tomb. The intricate diagram highlights the structural components of the tomb, including the entrance, windows, and interior chambers, employing precise measurements and a detailed description of the materials used in its construction. Piranesi's masterful use of line and shading reveals his keen eye for detail and his ability to convey the grandeur of Roman architecture.