Grondplan van conclaaf en gezichten op Rome 1676

"Grondplan van conclaaf en gezichten op Rome" (1676) by Giovanni Battista Falda (1643-1678) is an intricate architectural drawing depicting the layout of the Conclave in Rome. The image combines a detailed plan of the Conclave, where cardinals would gather to elect a new Pope, with picturesque views of the surrounding cityscape, including St. Peter's Basilica. This meticulously rendered work, now in the Rijksmuseum, provides valuable insight into the architecture and urban landscape of 17th-century Rome, showcasing Falda's talent for capturing both the grandeur of the papal city and the precision of its spaces.