1624 Laurus (Lauro), Arch of Titus Vespasian, Rome, hand coloured engraving

The Arch of Titus dates back to the 1st century AD and was erected by Domitian in 81 AD. Located on the Via Sacra in Rome, the monument stands just south-east of the Roman Forum. The arch is a popular tourist attraction for its rich history and grand structure.

Lauro, Giacomo ( Jacobus Laurus )

Antiquae Urbis Splendor, Hoc Est Praecipua Eiusdem Templa Amphitheatra Theatra Circi Naumachiae Arcus Triumphales Mausolea .

Romae, Apresso Vitale Mascardi, Roma, 1612-1622.

FINE ENGRAVING from one of the most influential and beautiful works on the monuments and antiquities of ancient Rome. The Antiquae urbis splendor, ('The Splendor of the Ancient City') served as an important reference book and source of inspiration for many writers and artists. Giacomo Lauro was a roman printmaker active from 1583 to about 1650. 

Leaf: 21.2 x 31 cm

Marginal age toning and fingering. Small mark to image. Descriptive text in three languages to verso.