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The Porta Capena or Porta San Sebastiano, 1833 (etching with brown wash)
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The Porta Capena or Porta San Sebastiano, 1833 (etching with brown wash)
STC384902 The Porta Capena or Porta San Sebastiano, 1833 (etching with brown wash) by Tofanelli, Agostino (1770-1834); Private Collection; (add.info.: Porte Capena ou S. Sebastien; Engraved by Pietro Fontana (1762-1837); from Recueil des vues au bister dessinees et lavees par Callimachus, Souvenirs d antiquites et curiosites de Rome et des environs, Deblayements et reparations du Pape Pie VII ; Pope Pius VII (1742-1823) Papacy (1800-23) Count Barnaba Niccolo Maria Luigi Chiaramonti; The Porta San Sebastiano, the Porta Appia of Ancient Rome, is the largest gateway in the Aurelian Wall; It was rebuilt by Honorius in the 5th century and restored by Belisarius in the 6th; The towers are medieval; The Porta Capena is a gate in the Servian Wall; Via Appia; ); The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright
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The Porta Capena or Porta San Sebastiano, 1833
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is a captivating etching with brown wash that transports viewers back in time to ancient Rome. This exquisite print, created by Agostino Tofanelli and engraved by Pietro Fontana, showcases the grandeur of two significant gateways - the Porta San Sebastiano and the Porta Appia. The image captures the imposing stature of these architectural marvels, which served as crucial entrances and defenses for the city. The crenellated towers stand tall against a backdrop of Roman walls, symbolizing strength and protection. As we gaze upon this artwork, we are reminded of the rich history embedded within these structures. The Porta San Sebastiano was originally built during Ancient Rome but underwent reconstruction under Honorius in the 5th century. Belisarius later restored it in the 6th century. In contrast, the Porta Capena is an entrance located within Servian Wall's boundaries. This print not only showcases remarkable craftsmanship but also offers insight into daily life during that era. It serves as a visual reminder of how people entered and exited their beloved city through these monumental gates. As we admire this piece from Bridgeman Images' Stapleton Collection, we can't help but appreciate its ability to transport us to another time - a time when architecture played an essential role in defending cities like Rome while leaving behind lasting legacies for future generations to cherish.
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