View of the Arch of Constantine and the Flavian Amphitheatre, called the Colosseum 1760

Giovanni Battista Piranesi’s etching, “View of the Arch of Constantine and the Flavian Amphitheatre, called the Colosseum,” from 1760, depicts a dramatic perspective of the iconic Roman structures. The artist captures the grandeur of the Colosseum and the Arch of Constantine, showcasing the remnants of the ancient Roman Empire. The etching's detailed depiction of the buildings' architectural features, as well as the surrounding landscape, highlights Piranesi’s fascination with Roman history and architecture, a hallmark of his work.