Ancient school built according to the Egyptian and the Greek manners / Porticoes surrounding a forum with a royal palace 1748 - 1751

This etching, "Ancient school built according to the Egyptian and the Greek manners / Porticoes surrounding a forum with a royal palace," is a striking example of the work of Giovanni Battista Piranesi, a celebrated Italian artist known for his dramatic and detailed depictions of ancient Roman architecture. Created between 1748 and 1751, this print showcases Piranesi's fascination with the grandeur and power of the Roman Empire, emphasizing the interplay of light and shadow to enhance the sense of monumental scale and architectural complexity. The etching is currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.