The Lottery in Piazza di Montecitorio 1743 - 1744

"The Lottery in Piazza di Montecitorio" (1743–44) by Giovanni Paolo Panini is a watercolor painting that depicts a lively scene in Rome's Piazza di Montecitorio. The painting showcases Panini's mastery of architectural perspective and meticulous detail, as he captures the grandeur of the Palazzo Montecitorio, the surrounding buildings, and the bustling crowd gathered for the lottery. The drawing's accurate representation of the square and its details highlights the artist's skill in veduta painting, a genre focused on capturing specific cityscapes. This work offers a glimpse into the vibrant social life and architectural landscape of 18th-century Rome.