View of the Piazza di Monte Cavallo 

Giovanni Battista Piranesi was a renowned Italian artist known for his etchings and engravings of ancient Roman architecture. This etching, titled "View of the Piazza di Monte Cavallo," depicts the Piazza di Pietra in Rome. The scene features a bustling city square, with the Palazzo della Dogana di Terra on the right side of the image, a building featuring a classical facade, a prominent feature in Piranesi’s work. The etching showcases Piranesi's signature style, incorporating meticulous detail and dramatic chiaroscuro, emphasizing the grandeur of Roman architecture, a theme central to his artistic endeavors.