Description: 19th-century lithographic print of an even older copper-plate engraving by the prolific Italian artist and engraver Giovanni Battista Piranesi (1720-1778). Features an urn from antiquity. There is an expected visible fold line across the sheet, as this was issued as a double-fold print. Otherwise the engraving is in a very good condition for its age. Framed in dark wood under glass. The original 18th-century Piranesi engraving is titled Veduta in Prospettiva d'un Antico Vaso Cinerario di Marmo (Perspective View of an Ancient Cinerary Marble Vessel). It was a part of the collection Vasi, Candelabri, Cippi, Sarcofagi, Tripodi, Lucerne, ed Ornamenti Antichi, vol. II (Vases, candelabra, grave stones, sarcophagi, tripods, lamps, and ornaments). The lithographic print of Piranesi's engraving was produced by the 19th-century publishing house Lehmann & Wentsel in Vienna. Please note that we have a collection of 7 identically framed lithographic prints of Piranesi's works, listed separately.Measurements:Total dimensions with the frame: 28.5" x 22.5" (72 x 57 cm). Dimensions of the engraving inside the frame: 23.5" x 17.5" (60 x 44.5 cm). Frame's depth: 0.75" (1.9 cm).One of the greatest printmakers of the 18th century, Piranesi always considered himself an architect. The son of a stonemason, he received extensive training in structural and hydraulic engineering, perspective construction, and stage design. Upon his arrival in Rome in 1740, he apprenticed briefly under Giuseppe Vasi, a well-known creator of the etched views of Rome. Quickly mastering the medium of etching, Piranesi went on reconstructing the ancient Rome in painstaking detail. Although best known for his architectural works, Piranesi also made significant contributions to the development of the decorative arts. Vasi, Candelabri, Cippi... is among his most important of works, inspired by his admiration of antiquities.Thank you for visiting our store! We hope you take a look at our other items! Shipping policies - Please read carefully:Full insurance is included on all items at no extra charge. International buyers: items ship via Ebay Global Shipping Program which calculates the fees independently from us. Please also note that this program does not allow combined shipping.
Price: 1250 USD
Location: Greenbelt, Maryland
End Time: 2025-01-29T21:45:44.000Z
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Artist: Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Type: Print
Item Height: 28 in
Material: Paper
Production Technique: Lithography
Original/Licensed Reprint: Licensed Reprint
Framing: Framed
Subject: Roman
Item Width: 22 in
Time Period Produced: 1850-1899
