Bilder Giacomo Lauro (active c. 1585–1645) – Thermae Antonianae (Baths of Caracalla) – Engraving from Antiquae Urbis Splendor (1641)

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This architectural engraving by Giacomo Lauro depicts a reconstructed view of the Thermae Antonianae, also known as the Baths of Caracalla, one of ancient Rome’s largest and most magnificent bathing complexes. The image presents a frontal perspective of the symmetrical layout, highlighting domed caldaria, barrel-vaulted corridors, and enclosed gardens. Monumental entrances, statues, and columnar details are rendered with theatrical clarity. The Latin inscription below discusses the baths’ construction under Emperor Caracalla and their architectural grandeur. This print was published as part of Lauro’s famous series Antiquae Urbis Splendor, which aimed to visually restore the majesty of ancient Roman architecture.

Giacomo Lauro was a prominent Italian printmaker and antiquarian active in Rome during the early 17th century. Best known for his reconstructions of ancient Roman buildings, Lauro combined historical scholarship with artistic imagination. His work in Antiquae Urbis Splendor played a crucial role in shaping the Renaissance and Baroque understanding of classical antiquity.

Artist or Maker:
Giacomo Lauro

Dimensions:
21 cm x 29 cm

Medium:
Engraving

Date:
1641

Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.