The Roman antiquities, t. 1, Plate XLV. Plan of upper floor of the Caesars Palace de `d` home `s believed Augustus (Drawing and inc. By Francesco Piranesi) 1756

This detailed architectural drawing, "The Roman antiquities, t. 1, Plate XLV. Plan of upper floor of the Caesars Palace de `d` home `s believed Augustus (Drawing and inc. By Francesco Piranesi)," was created in 1756 by the renowned Italian artist and architect Giovanni Battista Piranesi. It presents a meticulous floor plan of the upper level of the Palace of the Caesars, a Roman imperial residence believed to have been inhabited by Augustus. The engraving showcases Piranesi’s mastery of perspective and detail, capturing the intricate layout of rooms, corridors, and courtyards. This work exemplifies Piranesi’s fascination with Roman architecture, and its contribution to the understanding of ancient Roman building techniques and design.