Veduta del Ponte Molle sul Tevere.
Rome: 1822. Powerful copper engraving of the Mulvian (or Milvian) Bridge over the Tiber River in northern Rome, looking up at the ancient structure from the riverside. Luigi Rossini (1790 - 1857) is noted for his stunning engravings such as this one, which render classical Roman architecture in exquisite detail.
During the Roman Empire, the Bridge was economically and strategically important, and was the site of a famous battle between Roman Emperors Constantine and Maxentius.
Title continues, "due miglia lontano da Roma. Questo Ponte e stato ristaurato, e costruito l'Arco Trionfale A.dal Sommo Pontefice PIO VII. Regnante" (two miles from Rome, this bridge was restored and a triumphal arch was constructed during the reign of Pope Pius VII).
From the 'Le Antichita Romane' series, which concerned the antiquities of Rome and the surrounding area. The engraving emulates the style of Giovanni Battista Piranesi, the famous architect and print maker.
Image 24 3/4 x 18 1/4" on paper 28 1/2 x 21". Slight toning to the margins, slight ruffling to top edge, all of which can be mounted out; the image in very good condition. Good + condition. Item #24437
Price: $450.00