Forum van Nerva 1680

anonymous

aged paper

toned paper

ink paper printed

sketch book

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

ink colored

pen work

sketchbook art

watercolor

This 1680 etching, titled "Forum van Nerva," depicts the ruins of the Forum of Nerva in Rome. The anonymous artist captures the grandeur of the once-mighty structure, showing the crumbling columns and arches, hinting at its past splendor. The perspective allows viewers to imagine the bustling activity that once filled the space. The image highlights the enduring fascination with ancient Roman architecture and its enduring legacy.