Antonine Baths, or Baths of Caracalla
1629
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Giovanni Battista Mercati
Giovanni Battista Mercati (1600–1680) was an artist.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Antonine Baths, or Baths of Caracalla is a 1629 ink by Giovanni Battista Mercati, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white drawing shows old stone ruins with tall arches and broken columns. In the center, a crumbling statue lies on the ground, while others stand half-buried. A small figure kneels nearby, and a tree grows from the ruins. The edges have a wavy border, and the word "Lysie" appears at the top. The artist used shading to show depth, making the stones look rough and worn. This print was made in 1629, capturing ancient Roman baths. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Mercati created detailed prints.
Giovanni Battista Mercati (1600–1680) was an artist.
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