Trofei di Ottaviano Augusto Innalzati per la Vittoria ad Actium e Conquista dell'Egitto con Vari Altri Ornamenti Antichi

Giovanni Battista Piranesi (author)

National Gallery of Art

The image displays four ancient objects: two shields with elaborate designs, a helmet with a crest and decorative figure, and an axe-like weapon with a long handle. The color scheme is primarily grayscale, emphasizing the textures and details. The shields are at the top, with an elongated shield on the left and a rounded shield on the right. Below them, the helmet is situated on the right side, showcasing its design. The axe-like weapon crosses diagonally beneath the shields, and beneath it is a piece of paper with text on it leaning against the handle.