Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: View of the Roman Capitol — Etienne DuPérac | DiscoverArt

Etienne DuPérac

Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: View of the Roman Capitol

1569

Etching; second state of two

37.6 × 53.5 cm (14.8 × 21.1 in)

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