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The Porta Pinciana, closed, 1833 (etching with brown wash)
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The Porta Pinciana, closed, 1833 (etching with brown wash)
STC384893 The Porta Pinciana, closed, 1833 (etching with brown wash) by Tofanelli, Agostino (1770-1834); Private Collection; (add.info.: Porte Pinciane. Fermee.; 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 Pinciana is a gateway in the Aurelian Wall, erected by Honorius c.403 and since enlarged; ); The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23547990
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Crenellations Defensive Exit Fortifications Fortified Gate Protection Rampart Walls
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The Porta Pinciana, closed, 1833
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is a captivating etching with brown wash by Agostino Tofanelli. This print, part of a private collection, showcases the grandeur and historical significance of the Porta Pinciana gate in Rome. Engraved by Pietro Fontana, it is featured in the "Recueil des vues au bister dessinees et lavees par Callimachus" a compilation of drawings and washes that depict antiquities and curiosities of Rome. The image depicts the fortified entrance to the city with its imposing crenellations and protective ramparts. The closed gates evoke a sense of mystery and intrigue as they stand as guardians to an ancient world within. The architecture reflects Roman defensive structures, showcasing their mastery in fortification design. Constructed during Emperor Honorius' reign around 403 AD, this gateway has undergone several enlargements over time. It served as an essential point of entry into Rome through the Aurelian Wall. Its purpose was not only to protect against external threats but also to control access into the city. This engraving captures both the architectural beauty and historical significance of this iconic structure. It transports viewers back in time to an era when such fortified entrances were crucial for safeguarding cities from potential invaders. "The Porta Pinciana, closed, 1833" offers us a glimpse into ancient Roman history while reminding us of humanity's enduring fascination with protection and defense throughout different epochs
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