Antieke vaas 1778

This 1778 etching by Italian artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi depicts an antique marble vase. The detail of the engraving allows viewers to appreciate the intricate carvings on the vase and its triangular pedestal, which was housed in the Barberini Palace. The inscription accompanying the image describes the vase's decorative features. Piranesi was famous for his architectural engravings and his meticulous depictions of ancient Roman ruins, and his interest in classical art is evident in this work.