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Plate 6: Ruins of an ancient tomb in front of ruins of an ancient aqueduct
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Plate 6: Ruins of an ancient tomb in front of ruins of an ancient aqueduct
Plate 6: Ruins of an ancient tomb in front of ruins of an ancient aqueduct; above the arches of the latter is the channel which conveyed the water to Rome (Ruine de sepolcro antico posto dinanzi ad altre ruine d un Acquedotto pure antico; sopra gli archi del medesimo v e il canale, per cui si conduceva l acqua in Roma), from the series Part one of architecture and perspectives: drawn and etched by Gio. Batt a Piranesi, Venetian Architect: dedicated to Nicola Giobbe (Prima parte di Architetture, e prospettive inventate, ed incise da Gio. Batt a Piranesi Architetto Veneziano dedicate al Sig. Nicola Giobbe), 1743
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This photo print, titled "Plate 6: Ruins of an ancient tomb in front of ruins of an ancient aqueduct" takes us on a journey back to the grandeur and majesty of ancient Rome. Captured by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, a renowned Venetian architect, this image is part of his series called "Part one of architecture and perspectives". In this remarkable composition, we are transported to a time long gone. The foreground showcases the remnants of an ancient tomb standing proudly amidst the crumbling ruins of an aqueduct. Above the arches that once carried water to Rome, we can still see traces of the channel that served as its lifeline. Piranesi's attention to detail is evident in every aspect captured within this etching. The broken columns and overgrown vegetation surrounding these architectural wonders add a sense of mystery and melancholy to the scene. It serves as a poignant reminder that even great civilizations eventually succumb to time's relentless passage. As we gaze upon this photograph, our imagination runs wild with stories from centuries past - tales whispered by those who walked these very grounds so many years ago. This image not only captures history but also invites us to reflect on our own mortality and the fleeting nature of human existence. Displayed in museums worldwide, Piranesi's work continues to inspire awe and admiration for both its technical skill and artistic vision. Through his lens, he has preserved fragments from antiquity for generations yet unborn to marvel at their beauty and contemplate their significance in shaping our collective heritage.
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