Alzata dell'Obelisco di Campo Marzio (Excavation of the Obelisk from the Campo Marzio)
1748
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1748
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This etching shows a busy construction scene with a giant obelisk being lifted from the ground. Workers use ropes, pulleys, and wooden beams to pull it upright, while a crowd watches nearby. The background has a crumbling wall with arched windows, and a building with small framed paintings inside. The text at the bottom names the project: *"Excavation of the Obelisk from the Campo Marzio."* The scene looks like a mix of hard labor and careful planning, with every tool and person in place. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
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