Split on the previous plan 

"Split on the previous plan" is an etching by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, a renowned Italian artist known for his architectural designs and captivating views of ancient Rome. The image depicts a grand, seemingly abandoned, street in the ancient city of Pompeii, destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Piranesi's etching uses stark contrasts of light and shadow to emphasize the scale of the ruined city, creating a sense of awe and melancholy. This artwork is a fascinating example of Piranesi's artistic skill and fascination with the grandeur of ancient Roman architecture.