Large vase found at the Pantanello, Hadrian's Villa, Tivoli, in 1770 (The "Warwick Vase," from Vasi, candelabri, cippi, sarcofagi, tripodi, lucerne, ed ornamenti antichi disegnati ed incisi dal Cav. Gio. Batt. Piranesi, Vol. I (Vases, candelabra, grave stones, sarcophagi, tripods, lamps, and ornaments designed and etched by Cavalieri Giovanni Battista Piranesi) by Giovanni Battista Piranesi

Large vase found at the Pantanello, Hadrian's Villa, Tivoli, in 1770 (The "Warwick Vase," from Vasi, candelabri, cippi, sarcofagi, tripodi, lucerne, ed ornamenti antichi disegnati ed incisi dal Cav. Gio. Batt. Piranesi, Vol. I (Vases, candelabra, grave stones, sarcophagi, tripods, lamps, and ornaments designed and etched by Cavalieri Giovanni Battista Piranesi) 1778 - 1780

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This etching, created by the renowned Italian artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi, depicts the Warwick Vase, a large Roman marble vase discovered at Hadrian's Villa in Tivoli, Italy, in 1770. The detailed illustration showcases the vase's intricate design, featuring a central panel with three draped figures and the distinctive shape of the vessel. Piranesi's meticulous attention to detail captures the grandeur and artistry of this Roman artifact, highlighting the splendor of ancient Roman craftsmanship. The inscription at the base of the vase further connects the object with its historical context, making this an important documentation of classical art.

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