Palazzo Montecitorio te Rome 1699

Alessandro Specchi's 1699 engraving, "Palazzo Montecitorio te Rome," provides a detailed view of the newly constructed Palazzo della Curia Romana, better known as Palazzo Montecitorio. The engraving showcases the building's grand facade, featuring a central entrance and multiple rows of windows. The viewer's gaze is drawn to the building's prominence in the city, highlighted by its position in the center of a bustling square with individuals and horse-drawn carriages traversing the space. The image's architectural focus emphasizes the importance of the building and its function as a symbol of Roman power. Specchi, known for his architectural drawings, captures the building's grandeur with precision, highlighting the detail of the palace while providing a broader context of its urban placement.