Catalogo delle opere

Giovanni Battista Piranesi,

This is a drawing featuring an intricate architectural and textual composition. The drawing includes a list of works or catalog of architectural interests, primarily in Rome, alongside artistic engravings depicting Roman scenes and ruins. The text blocks list Roman antiquities, different architectural pieces, and views of Rome. The engravings showcase classical motifs like Roman columns, urns, and structural facades. A notable element is an architectural illustration of St. Peter's Basilica in the bottom right corner, surrounded by emblems and Italian text. The drawing is likely a catalog or promotional work by Giobattista Piranesi, as indicated in bold at the top. The border of the drawing is densely detailed, enhancing the overall composition.
Artista
Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
Acquaforte
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

This is a drawing featuring an intricate architectural and textual composition. The drawing includes a list of works or catalog of architectural interests, primarily in Rome, alongside artistic engravings depicting Roman scenes and ruins. The text blocks list Roman antiquities, different architectural pieces, and views of Rome. The engravings showcase classical motifs like Roman columns, urns, and structural facades. A notable element is an architectural illustration of St. Peter's Basilica in the bottom right corner, surrounded by emblems and Italian text. The drawing is likely a catalog or promotional work by Giobattista Piranesi, as indicated in bold at the top. The border of the drawing is densely detailed, enhancing the overall composition.

Giovanni Battista Piranesi