The Roman antiquities, t. 1, Plate XX. Casa dei Crescenzi. 1756

"The Roman antiquities, t. 1, Plate XX. Casa dei Crescenzi" is an etching by Giovanni Battista Piranesi from 1756. It is one of a series of plates depicting ancient Roman ruins and architecture. The etching showcases a detailed and dramatic perspective of a ruined building, possibly a part of the Casa dei Crescenzi, accentuating the grandeur and the decay of Roman structures. Piranesi's masterful use of chiaroscuro and intricate detail create a haunting and evocative atmosphere, making the viewer imagine the building's former glory. His work is known for its romanticism and is a key example of the 18th-century revival of interest in classical art and architecture, and its influence can be seen in later Neoclassical movements.