Rome: - Temple of Antonius Pius  and Faustina  "Antonii Pii, ac Faustinae Agg. Apotheosis pluribus iisdemque exquisitis, aptissimisque symbolis expressa"  Facade decor of this antique building, located at the northern edge of the Forum Romanum. It is one of the best preserved temples in Rome. Antonius Pius had it built in the year 141 A.D. for his deceased and deified wife Faustina. After his death the temple was dedicated also to him. In the 11th century the temple was transformed into a Catholic church: S

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Rome: - Temple of Antonius Pius  and Faustina

"Antonii Pii, ac Faustinae Agg. Apotheosis pluribus iisdemque exquisitis, aptissimisque symbolis expressa"

Facade decor of this antique building, located at the northern edge of the Forum Romanum. It is one of the best preserved temples in Rome. Antonius Pius had it built in the year 141 A.D. for his deceased and deified wife Faustina. After his death the temple was dedicated also to him. In the 11th century the temple was transformed into a Catholic church: San Lorenzo in Miranda. This way the antique temple was preserved.

This depiction of the Cella inside the temple.

Copper etching by Aquila Francesco Faraone (ca. 1676- ca. 1740)

Rome, 1708

Original antique print 

Fine, strong image. . Ample margins with a few signs of age and use.

Image: 28,8 x 39,4 cm (ca. 11.3 x 15.5") interior design, wall decoration, ideas, idea, gift ideas, present, vintage, charming, special, decoration, home interior, living room design

 


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