Meander to the floor in mosaic found in the country house
giovannibattistapiranesi
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type repetition
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rippled sketch texture
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tactile
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pattern
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woodcut effect
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stamp
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monochrome colours
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embossed
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limited contrast and shading
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varying line stroke
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tonal art
This engraving, created by the renowned Italian architect and artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi, showcases a mosaic floor design. The intricate pattern of black and white tiles arranged in a geometric grid, with a decorative border, is a testament to Piranesi’s fascination with Roman antiquities. This print, likely from his collection of engravings dedicated to ancient Roman architecture, exemplifies the neoclassical movement that dominated the arts during his lifetime. Piranesi's masterful rendering captures the beauty and technical skill of Roman mosaic work, offering viewers a glimpse into the artistry of the past.
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