An engraving of the Sadeler Maximus Circus from the 17th century

"The remnants of Circus Maximus, which was named so due to its size, as it was larger than others in Rome, and the mentioned Circus was built solely for the celebration of various types of games and hunts. To this day, the remnants of the entire place where people sat on steps to watch the mentioned games are visible, as shown on sign A. In sign B were the prisons of sign C. There is an underground road, a broken obelisk that was in the middle of the mentioned circus D, and part of a lake that is now used to irrigate the garden that runs along E and the Aventine F and Palatine." A view from the series "Vestigi delle Antichità di Roma Tivoli Pozzuolo et altri luoghi," which Sadeler created based on the series by the Frenchman Stefano Du Pérac, using the technique of etching and engraving and in a smaller format on contemporary handmade paper. The work consists of 50 plates published by Marco Sadeler in 1606 in Prague, a thriving cultural centre, under the same title "Vestigi delle Antichità di Roma" and with the same descriptions as Du Pérac's work in Italian, without mentioning the inventor's name. Sadeler, the court engraver of Rudolf II, travelled to Germany and Italy, stopping in Rome in 1593. However, his work also includes views of "...Tivoli, Pozzuolo and other places," which are missing in Du Pérac's work (there are thirteen new plates), where the naturalistic aspect is accentuated. The image is in perfect condition, with wide margins, placed in a walnut frame.

This is one of the most important iconographic repertoires for enthusiasts of the Grand Tour.

Exceptional antique furniture and accessories can be an excellent idea for decorating our interiors. Today, there are more and more enthusiasts of high-quality old products that have a specific character and soul. It is a nod to the history, creation, and design of classic and timeless furniture. There are many different styles in antique furniture, each with its distinctive features.

There are many different styles characterising antique furniture, but we can distinguish a few of the most important ones. Eclectic furniture belongs to the 19th century, during which the Biedermeier style reigned. Its variations in the early years of this century include neo-Gothic, Gothic, Rococo, Louis Philippe style, and finally, the English Victorian style. By the end of the century, these styles transitioned into pseudo styles of classicism, Renaissance, and Baroque.

Beautiful Empire style furniture dates from the period between the late 18th and early 19th centuries. It all stemmed from the reign of Napoleon. There, a significant resemblance and references to Roman and Greek decorations were imposed.

Classicist furniture is the Louis XVI style, which also strongly references ancient architecture. Interesting and noteworthy are all antique products in the Rococo and Louis XV styles. Next is Baroque, whose name comes from the Portuguese barocco – which translates to an irregularly developed pearl. These were very representative pieces of furniture, which were meant to literally drip with glamour and play a significant role in luxury. Exceptional, selectively used materials were employed to further emphasise the lofty tone of these products.

Today, we can observe how much influence the Baroque style had on today's classic furniture, which is designed with great similarity to the past era. Another significant style is the Renaissance, which flourished in the 15th and 16th centuries and also had a significant impact on the art of furniture making. Renaissance style was quite heavy and massive. Brown stains were used, as well as cornices, strong plinths, and bas-reliefs. It can certainly be said that these were quite specific products, but they offered many new possibilities such as the construction of sideboards or, in general, the broadly understood chest furniture. Here, there was also an interest in mythology and ancient times, so supports or legs took on animal forms.

Lion's paws, eagle heads – this is a common sight in the Renaissance style. Currently, many global brands recreate such furniture, taking examples from Italian or French creators. It is a manifestation of admiration and care for the history of the most beautiful Renaissance antiques. It should be remembered that in each country, furniture making was perceived differently, so each style in a given country had its own distinct character. This is very important, especially when searching for the right luxury antique for your interior.

The most important aspect of stylish antique furniture is originality. This is ultimately crucial from the buyer's perspective, as there are many counterfeits on the market. The Luxury Products brand provides a document confirming the product's compliance with the actual description and photo. At your disposal, we have art appraisers, historians, and experts from around the world.