The Roman antiquities, t. 1, Plate XXIII. Aventine Hill. 1756

"The Roman antiquities, t. 1, Plate XXIII. Aventine Hill." is an etching by the renowned Italian artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi, created in 1756. Piranesi's work focused on architectural ruins, and this print is a detailed depiction of the Aventine Hill in Rome, illustrating its rich history and showcasing Piranesi's signature dramatic style. The image shows a panoramic view of the hill, with various ancient ruins, including the "Speco del condotto dell'Acqua Appia," a conduit for the Aqua Appia, and a "Fontanella" (a small fountain), meticulously rendered with Piranesi's characteristic attention to detail. The inscription beneath the image provides further context, explaining the historical significance of the various structures.