The image depicts a detailed architectural view from an elevated position, showcasing a grand basilica and its surrounding structures. The horizon is above the clustered buildings, highlighting the facades and the sky with clouds. The architectural style is characterized by intricate line work, with classical columns and statues on the facade. The color palette includes shades of black, white, and grey. People are gathered on the left, with a path leading to the centrally positioned basilica. In the distance, there are more classical buildings or ruins.

Les Plus Beaux Edifices de Rome Moderne...

published 1763

Medium: 1 vol: ill: etched and engraved title page vignette, 21 etched and engraved tailpieces, plus 44 etching and engravings (all double-page, versos blank) by Freicenet (19), Domenico Montagu (17), Giraud (4), rest unsigned, after Barbault
Classification: Volume
Period: 1751 to 1775
Image size: 4716 × 3540px

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The image depicts a detailed architectural view from an elevated position, showcasing a grand basilica and its surrounding structures. The horizon is above the clustered buildings, highlighting the facades and the sky with clouds. The architectural style is characterized by intricate line work, with classical columns and statues on the facade. The color palette includes shades of black, white, and grey. People are gathered on the left, with a path leading to the centrally positioned basilica. In the distance, there are more classical buildings or ruins.

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