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Porta Maggiore or Prenestina, 1833 (etching with brown wash)
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Porta Maggiore or Prenestina, 1833 (etching with brown wash)
STC384898 Porta Maggiore or Prenestina, 1833 (etching with brown wash) by Tofanelli, Agostino (1770-1834); Private Collection; (add.info.: Porte Majeure ou Prenestine; Engraved by Pietro Fontana (1762-1837); from Recueil des vues au bister dessinees et lavees par Callimachus, Souvenirs d antiquites et curiosites de Rome et des environs, Deblayements et reparations du Pape Pie VII ; Pope Pius VII (1742-1823) Papacy (1800-23) Count Barnaba Niccolo Maria Luigi Chiaramonti; Built by Claudius in 52, formed by the archways carrying the Acqua Claudia and the Anio Novus over the Via Prenestina and the Via Casilina; Restored by Honorius in 405; The inscriptions praise Claudius, Vespasian and Titus for their work on the aqueducts; Aurelian Wall; ); The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22676190
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Aqueduct Defensive Gate Gateway Walls
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This print showcases the Porta Maggiore or Prenestina, a magnificent architectural marvel steeped in history. Created in 1833 by Agostino Tofanelli, this etching with brown wash beautifully captures the grandeur of this ancient gateway. The Porta Maggiore or Prenestina was built by Claudius in 52 AD and is formed by archways that carry the Acqua Claudia and the Anio Novus over the Via Prenestina and the Via Casilina. Restored by Honorius in 405 AD, it stands as a testament to Roman engineering prowess. The inscriptions adorning this majestic structure pay homage to Claudius, Vespasian, and Titus for their remarkable contributions to Rome's aqueducts. The Aurelian Wall serves as an imposing backdrop, adding to its defensive allure. This print also highlights a bustling street scene surrounding the Porta Maggiore or Prenestina. It offers a glimpse into daily life during ancient times while showcasing classical Roman architecture at its finest. Engraved by Pietro Fontana (1762-1837) as part of Recueil des vues au bister dessinees et lavees par Callimachus, Souvenirs d antiquites et curiosites de Rome et des environs, Deblayements et reparations du Pape Pie VII; Pope Pius VII (1742-1823) Papacy (1800-23) Count Barnaba Niccolo Maria Luigi Chiaramonti collection), this artwork now resides within The Stapleton Collection. With its rich historical significance and stunning visual appeal, this print is sure to captivate art enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
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