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The Aurelian Wall in Rome
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The Aurelian Wall in Rome

Josephus Augustus Knip · c. 1809 - c. 1812 · brush; paper; watercolor (paint); graphite (mineral)

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Construction of this 18-kilometre-long rampart began under the reign of Roman Emperor Aurelian (270–275 AD), which explains its name, the Aurelian Wall. In choosing a low vantage point, Knip underscored the structure's menacing massiveness. Knip's inscription on this drawing is amusing: evidently herds of cattle regularly caused jams on the road along the wall.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
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drawingcity-wallsAureliaanse muurRome
Credit lineDe Aureliaanse Muur in Rome. c. 1809 - c. 1812. Josephus Augustus Knip. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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