Castello S. Angelo di Roma [Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome]

Beatrizet employs a dense cross‑hatching technique, using fine, intersecting lines to model surfaces and convey depth. This method creates a textured effect that distinguishes stone, shadow, and water in the moat. The meticulous line work reflects the Northern European print tradition that influenced Italian engravers of the mid‑16th century.

Created in 1562, the engraving was likely produced for a market of collectors interested in architectural views of notable Roman landmarks. While specific ownership records are scarce, prints of this type circulated among scholars and travelers, contributing to the visual documentation of Rome’s monuments during the late Renaissance.