Veterum Romanorum Thermae semirutae

1771

Pietro Gaspari

Associated Names
Pietro Gaspari

Artist, Italian, 1720 - 1785

Giuseppe Lante

Artist, Italian, born 1726

The image shows an elevated view of ancient ruins with sculptures, grand arching structures with detailed interiors framing the scene. Large arches and columns are visible on either side. The etching features precise lines detailing ornate columns, statues, and stone surfaces. Human figures are present, some part of the statuary and others seated. In the distance, ornate fountains and obelisks can be seen. The color palette consists of various shades of grey and black, emphasizing the texture and details of the architectural remnants and sculptures.

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Artwork overview

Associated Artworks

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Dedication to Carolo Theodoro with Apelles

Pietro Gaspari, Giuseppe Lante, Giuseppe Lante

1771

Architectural Fantasies

Pietro Gaspari, Giuseppe Lante

1771

Dedicatory Text

Pietro Gaspari, Giuseppe Lante, Giuseppe Lante

1771


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Cesare Morini, Milan (d. 2013); his widow, Karin Wachtel, Milan; (Stanza del Borgo, Milan); purchased by NGA, 2014.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in plate: Petrus Gaspari Inv. et Sculp. Venetiis C. P. E. S.; Veterum Romanorum Thermae semirutae; lower right in plate: n. 6.

Wikidata ID

Q77016203

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