Bidspirit auction | Giacomo Lauro - Hand-coloured Engraving

Giacomo Lauro - Hand-coloured Engraving - Rome - Capitolium - The Capitoline, 1612 - Rare hand-coloured engraving by Giacomo Lauro originates from ”Antiquae urbis splendor. Rome”. The work was published by Vitale Mascardi in Rome, 1612 Giacomo Lauro (1561–1645) was an Italian engraver and antiquarian renowned for his depictions of ancient Rome. He is best known for his publication Antiquae Urbis Splendor, a richly illustrated work showcasing the monuments and grandeur of ancient Rome, accompanied by descriptive text. Lauro’s engravings combined historical accuracy with artistic imagination, reflecting the Renaissance fascination with classical antiquity. His work remains a valuable resource for understanding both ancient Roman architecture and the early modern perspective on antiquity. Artist or Maker: Giacomo Lauro Medium: Engraving Date: 1612