Ruines de Cumes 1720 - 1762

This 18th century etching by Quentin Pierre Chedel depicts the ruins of Cumes, an ancient city located in Italy. The artist's detailed rendering of the crumbling structures creates a sense of grandeur and decay, showcasing the city's lost glory. The figures in the foreground observing the ruins further emphasize the scale and historical significance of this site. This print exemplifies the 18th-century interest in classical antiquity and provides a visual record of this significant archaeological site.