Roman Prison

Giovanni Battista Piranesi, seconda metà del XVIII secolo

This is a painting of a grand architectural interior with a network of staircases. The image features a vast, labyrinthine space with multiple levels and arches. The central focus is a large pillar with a decorated capital, supporting a high arched ceiling. Staircases lead up and down in various directions, creating a sense of depth and complexity. The walls are adorned with classical architectural elements such as pediments and pilasters, and an intricate railing runs along the staircases. The painting uses a palette of earthy tones, highlighting the rustic textures of stone and brick. The style is reminiscent of Giovanni Battista Piranesi.
Artista
Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Datazione
seconda metà del XVIII secolo
Tipologia
Disegno
Tecnica
pen and black ink with brown and gray wash heightened with white gouache over traces of graphite on laid paper
Dimensioni
21,3 × 15,5 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

This is a painting of a grand architectural interior with a network of staircases. The image features a vast, labyrinthine space with multiple levels and arches. The central focus is a large pillar with a decorated capital, supporting a high arched ceiling. Staircases lead up and down in various directions, creating a sense of depth and complexity. The walls are adorned with classical architectural elements such as pediments and pilasters, and an intricate railing runs along the staircases. The painting uses a palette of earthy tones, highlighting the rustic textures of stone and brick. The style is reminiscent of Giovanni Battista Piranesi.

Giovanni Battista Piranesi