10714 Giacomo Lauro (active c.1584–1637) – Consecratio sive Indigetatio Imperator post
This 1637 engraving by Giacomo Lauro, titled Consecratio sive Indigetatio Imperator post Obitum ("Consecration or Deification of the Emperor after Death"), presents a symbolic architectural and ceremonial vision from ancient Roman imperial traditions. The composition, rich in allegorical detail, likely illustrates the apotheosis of a Roman emperor, a ritual through which deceased rulers were elevated to divine status. The title, beginning with Antiquae urbis splendor ("The splendor of the ancient city"), suggests its origin within Lauro’s monumental series celebrating the grandeur of classical Rome. Dramatic perspectives, architectural reconstructions, and formal procession motifs convey the spiritual and political power embodied in imperial deification.
Giacomo Lauro (active c.1584–1637) was an Italian engraver and draughtsman known for his detailed reconstructions of ancient Roman architecture and ceremonial life. He is most recognized for his series Antiquae urbis splendor, published in Rome and widely circulated throughout Europe in the 17th century. Lauro's engravings reflect a Baroque fascination with antiquity, combining scholarly ambition with theatrical visual invention.
Artist or Maker: Giacomo Lauro.
Dimensions: approx. 35 cm × 23 cm.
Medium: Copperplate engraving on laid paper.
Date: 1637
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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