Triomfboog ter ere van paus Clemens X c. 1670

This etching by Giovanni Battista Falda, titled "Triomfboog ter ere van paus Clemens X," is a detailed architectural design for a triumphal arch dedicated to Pope Clement X. The artwork, dated c. 1670, is a fine example of Baroque architectural design, featuring a grand archway adorned with elaborate sculptures, including a central equestrian statue of the Pope and figures representing his virtues. Falda, a prominent Italian architect and engraver, is known for his architectural renderings and cityscapes. This etching, now held in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the grandeur of Baroque architecture and its focus on intricate ornamentation and a sense of grandeur.