Het Mausoleum van Augustus te Rome c. 1700 - 1710

"Het Mausoleum van Augustus te Rome," an anonymous 18th-century print housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the ancient Roman mausoleum of Augustus, constructed in 28 BCE as the final resting place for the first Roman emperor. This detailed engraving captures the architectural grandeur of the structure, showcasing its tiered, cylindrical form topped by a statue and surrounded by smaller, conical structures. The print, created during a period of renewed interest in classical antiquity, highlights the ongoing fascination with Roman architecture and its influence on later artistic periods.