Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: Baths of Agrippa by Anonymous

Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: Baths of Agrippa 1585

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drawing, print, architecture

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drawing

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aged paper

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quirky sketch

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print

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old engraving style

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sketch book

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personal sketchbook

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idea generation sketch

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sketchwork

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arch

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sketchbook drawing

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storyboard and sketchbook work

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sketchbook art

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architecture

"Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: Baths of Agrippa" is an anonymous engraving from 1585 depicting the Baths of Agrippa in Rome. The artwork is a bird's-eye view of the baths, showing the various rooms and features of the complex. The detailed depiction with labelled rooms, such as "Tepidarium" and "Frigidarium", likely served as a visual guide or plan for visitors and scholars interested in Roman architecture. The engraving's perspective and clarity make it a valuable resource for understanding the layout and function of this significant ancient structure.

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