View of the palace of the illustrious Barberini family on the Quirinal Hill, designed by Cavaliere Bernini, from Vedute di Roma (Roman Views) 1745 - 1755

Giovanni Battista Piranesi's "View of the palace of the illustrious Barberini family on the Quirinal Hill" is a detailed etching from his series Vedute di Roma (Roman Views). This view of the Palazzo Barberini, designed by the renowned architect Gian Lorenzo Bernini, exemplifies Piranesi's mastery of architectural perspective, capturing the grand scale and intricate details of the building. The etching showcases the palace's imposing facade, with its tiered levels and intricate window arrangements, and emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow on the building. This artwork, created between 1745 and 1755, highlights Piranesi's fascination with classical Roman architecture and his ability to translate the grandeur of the city onto the page. The etching is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.