The Roman antiquities, t. 2, Plate XIII. Ornaments in stucco, existing in the Time of the burial chamber of L. Arrunzio. 1756

This etching, "The Roman antiquities, t. 2, Plate XIII. Ornaments in stucco, existing in the Time of the burial chamber of L. Arrunzio", is from Giovanni Battista Piranesi's series *Roman Antiquities*. Created in 1756, the work depicts a collection of ancient Roman stucco ornaments found in the burial chamber of Lucius Arruntius. Piranesi, a renowned 18th-century architect and artist, was fascinated by Roman ruins and dedicated his career to documenting and reviving classical architecture. This etching, with its detailed rendering of fragmented sculptures and inscriptions, reflects Piranesi's meticulous approach and his deep appreciation for the grandeur of Roman antiquity.