Restanten en plattegrond van de graftombe van de Horatii en Curiatii 1762

"Restanten en plattegrond van de graftombe van de Horatii en Curiatii" is an etching by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, one of his most famous series of works exploring the ruins of ancient Rome. This specific print depicts the ruins of the Tomb of the Horatii and Curiatii, a monument dedicated to the legendary heroes of the Roman Republic. The image combines a detailed architectural rendering of the ruins with a plan view of the structure, showcasing Piranesi's meticulous approach to architectural documentation and his fascination with the grandeur of Roman antiquity. This etching highlights the romanticism of Roman ruins, a prevalent theme in 18th-century art.