Ionic capitals of Rome (S. Maria in Trastevere, St. Paul, St. George in Velabro, St. Saba, etc.) by Giovanni Battista Piranesi

Ionic capitals of Rome (S. Maria in Trastevere, St. Paul, St. George in Velabro, St. Saba, etc.) 

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This is a print from *Les Plus Beaux Monuments de la Grèce* (The Most Beautiful Monuments of Greece), an influential collection of architectural engravings by the Italian artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi. Piranesi's prints were significant in reviving interest in the Roman architectural style, influencing future generations of architects. This plate features detailed depictions of Ionic capitals from various churches in Rome. Piranesi's attention to detail and dramatic composition make these prints important resources for architectural historians and enthusiasts.

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