Antique Architectural Engraving of the Roman Order – Italy, 18th Century

Antique Architectural Engraving of the Roman Order – Italy, 18th Century

Architectural engraving illustrates the Roman order, with a detailed depiction of the column capital, entablature, ornamental elements, and proportional construction. Author and engraver not stated. Italy, 18th century.

Copperplate engraving on thin vergé paper.

Sheet size approximately 30 × 19.5 cm.

Good overall condition. General age-related wear with darkening of the paper along the edges and several small foxing spots. The engraved image remains clear and well preserved.

This original architectural engraving presents the Roman order as understood in classical architectural theory, combining ornamental richness with precise proportional schemes. The detailed rendering of the capital, entablature, and geometric constructions reflects the instructional purpose of such plates, which were produced for architectural treatises and pattern books to guide the study and application of classical orders. A fine and authentic example of 18th-century architectural printmaking, valued for its clarity, decorative strength, and relevance to the history of classical architecture.