Tombe van Caecilia Metella te Rome 1822

This 1822 engraving by Luigi Rossini depicts the Tomb of Caecilia Metella, a circular mausoleum in Rome. The artwork showcases the tomb's impressive scale and architectural details, including its brickwork and the remnants of a frieze. The composition captures the tomb from a slightly elevated viewpoint, emphasizing its imposing presence against the backdrop of the city. This etching is a valuable historical document providing a glimpse of the tomb's appearance in the early 19th century.