Veduta del Ponte Salario

Giovanni Battista Piranesi, 1756/1757

The image shows an etching of an ancient stone bridge with arches and a fortified structure on top. The perspective is slightly elevated. The horizon is low with distant trees and landforms. The detailed brushstrokes depict stone textures and architecture realistically. The color palette is monochromatic in black and white. Figures and boats are near the water, and a structure or tower is visible in the distance among hills and trees.
Artista
Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Datazione
1756/1757
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
Acquaforte
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The image shows an etching of an ancient stone bridge with arches and a fortified structure on top. The perspective is slightly elevated. The horizon is low with distant trees and landforms. The detailed brushstrokes depict stone textures and architecture realistically. The color palette is monochromatic in black and white. Figures and boats are near the water, and a structure or tower is visible in the distance among hills and trees.

Giovanni Battista Piranesi