View of Strada Giulia - an antique print from the 18th century

Giuseppe Vasi Palazzo Sacchetti View of Via Giulia, drawn and engraved by Giuseppe Vasi (1710-1782), who was one of the most important view engravers in 18th-century Rome and a teacher of Piranesi. The view comes from the monumental work *Delle magnificenze di Roma antica e moderna*, published in 10 volumes between 1747 and 1761, consisting of 23 copperplate engravings with narrative text containing historical and documentary information. The print is etched on handmade paper and is in good condition. The lower legend describes the monumental viewpoints emerging: Church of San Biagio alla Pagnotta; Church of Santa Maria del Suffragio; New Prison; Church of the Holy Spirit of Neapolitans; Falconieri Palace; Farnese Palace Arch and the College of Apostles.

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