View of the so-called Accademia at Hadrian's Villa, Tivoli 1777

This etching by Italian artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi, titled "View of the so-called Accademia at Hadrian's Villa, Tivoli," dates to 1777. Piranesi is known for his dramatic and detailed depictions of Roman ruins, and this piece is no exception. The print showcases the crumbling grandeur of the Accademia at Hadrian's Villa, a complex of ancient Roman buildings near Tivoli. The viewer is drawn into the scene by the use of dramatic light and shadow, highlighting the intricate details of the architecture and the overgrown vegetation. This print, now housed in the Statens Museum for Kunst, captures the romantic fascination with the past that was prevalent during the 18th century.