Demonstration of the door of the Pantheon by Giovanni Battista Piranesi

Demonstration of the door of the Pantheon 

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This is a detailed architectural drawing of the entrance to the Pantheon in Rome, created by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, a renowned Italian architect and etcher. Piranesi is best known for his etchings of Roman ruins, which captured the grandeur and decay of ancient Rome. This print, from his series "Antiquities of Rome" (1756-1762), shows the door and surrounding details, including the intricate molding and door fittings. Piranesi's meticulous drawings provide valuable insights into the construction techniques of ancient Rome. The etching's precise measurements and annotations reveal his architectural expertise and passion for Roman antiquity.

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