The Roman antiquities, t. 1, Plate XLIII. Plan of the ancient Roman Forum 1756

"The Roman Antiquities, t. 1, Plate XLIII. Plan of the ancient Roman Forum" is an etching by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, created in 1756. This detailed print from Piranesi's acclaimed series "The Roman Antiquities" depicts a bird's-eye view of the Roman Forum, showcasing its architectural grandeur. The etching combines architectural accuracy with Piranesi's characteristic dramatic style, capturing the Forum's once-majestic ruins with a sense of both awe and melancholy. This print exemplifies Piranesi's fascination with ancient Roman architecture and his influence on the neoclassical movement.