De kerk van S. Stefano Rotondo, Rome, met in de verte S. Giovanni in Laterano 1761 - 1817

Daniël Dupré captured the Church of Santo Stefano Rotondo in Rome with delicate strokes of pen in this drawing. Dominating the view, the church, surmounted by a cross, stands as a profound symbol of faith. This cross, a motif deeply embedded in the collective consciousness, transcends its religious connotations. One can trace its origins to ancient solar symbols, where it represented the life-giving force of the sun. Over time, as cultures evolved, so did the cross, transitioning into a symbol of suffering, redemption, and ultimate hope. Its cyclical evolution reveals the human psyche's perpetual search for meaning amidst the trials of existence. The image’s composition, with the church at its heart, evokes a sense of awe and spiritual contemplation. It powerfully engages viewers, touching on deep, subconscious levels of cultural memory.