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Plate 19: Part of the ancient Appian Way about three miles outside Porta S. Sebastiano
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Plate 19: Part of the ancient Appian Way about three miles outside Porta S. Sebastiano
Plate 19: Part of the ancient Appian Way about three miles outside Porta S. Sebastiano, from Alcune Vedute di Archi Trionfali ed altri monumenti inalzati da Romani parte de quali se veggono in Roma e parte per l Italia (Some Views of Triumphal Arches and other monuments erected by the Romans, some of which are in Rome and some elsewhere in Italy), ca. 1748
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4th Century Bc Antichita Romana Antiquities Antiquity Appian Way Giovanni Battista Giovanni Battista Piranesi Piranesi Piranesi Giovanni Battista Roman Road Rome Lazio Italy Ancient Roman Appius Claudius Appius Claudius Caecus Caecus
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This photo print, titled "Plate 19: Part of the ancient Appian Way about three miles outside Porta S. Sebastiano" takes us on a journey through time to ancient Rome. Captured by the skilled eye of Giovanni Battista Piranesi in the mid-18th century, this image showcases a section of the renowned Appian Way, an iconic Roman road that stretches far into the distance. The etching beautifully captures both the grandeur and decay of this historic site. The crumbling ruins along the roadside stand as silent witnesses to centuries of history, while nature reclaims its space with lush vegetation and towering trees. In the background, we catch glimpses of people going about their daily lives against this backdrop of antiquity. Piranesi's attention to detail is evident in every element within this panoramic landscape. From intricate architectural features to delicate plant life, each aspect contributes to our understanding and appreciation of ancient Roman culture and heritage. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork from Heritage Images at The Met Museum, we are transported back in time - imagining what life was like for those who traversed these very roads thousands of years ago. It serves as a reminder that even amidst change and progress, echoes from our past continue to shape our present-day world.
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