Caprice decorative frames in the middle of a wall with a oval in the upper left a barrel and a hand pours a drink, the lower a syringe, a club, a caduceus, a censer smoke, an hourglass, skulls and bones 1748

"Caprice" is a 1748 etching by the Italian artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi. Known for his dramatic, often fantastical depictions of ancient ruins, this print is a prime example of his "capricci", imaginative compositions that blend elements of architecture, sculpture, and nature. The central focus of the print is a wall adorned with decorative frames, while the foreground and background are filled with various objects, including a barrel, skulls and bones, a censer, and an hourglass. The work displays Piranesi's skill in creating a sense of depth and perspective using meticulous linework and chiaroscuro, a technique employing light and shadow to create a sense of volume and depth.