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A magnificently detailed etching with hand colouring by Luigi Rossini (1790-1857) depicting an ancient Roman tomb on the Via Cassis near Rome. The tomb was long believed to belong to Emperor Nero, but actually belongs to Publius Vibius Marianus, a soldier and bureaucrat. The location became a popular destination for Grand Tour travellers. Signed and inscribed below the image. Well presented in a gilt frame with a green washline mount. On paper.
Condition
The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration. Marks and scuffs to the frame. Discolouration to the mount.
Size
57 x 42.5cm (22.4" x 16.7")Framed Size: 78.5 x 63.5cm (30.9" x 25.0")
Artist Biography
Luigi Rossini (1790-1857) was an Italian artist, best known for his etchings of ancient Roman architecture. He was born in Ravenna and studied at the academy of Bologna, graduating in 1813 as an architect and artist.
