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Giacomo Lauro (active 1584–1645) – Templum Honoris et Virtutis – Engraved Reconstruction from Antiquae Urbis Splendor (1641) - This engraving titled ”Templum Honoris et Virtutis” offers an imaginative architectural reconstruction of the ancient Roman Temple of Honor and Virtue, originally built by M. Marcellus near the Porta Capena. The structure is rendered with classical symmetry and monumental dome architecture, and surrounded by a semi-circular colonnade filled with statues and columns in relief. Latin inscriptions at the base provide historical context on the temple’s foundation and purpose, paying tribute to Roman civic virtues. The work is part of Giacomo Lauro’s series Antiquae Urbis Splendor, an ambitious visual project aiming to revive the lost grandeur of ancient Rome through idealized depictions based on ruins and literary sources.Giacomo Lauro (active 1584–1645) was an Italian engraver and antiquarian based in Rome, best known for his ambitious project Antiquae Urbis Splendor, which aimed to depict the monuments of ancient Rome in their original state. His engravings are valued for their artistic detail and their role in shaping early modern perceptions of Roman topographyArtist or Maker:Giacomo LauroDimensions:21 cm x 29 cmMedium:EngravingDate:1641Condition 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.