Palazzo of the Venetian A,bassadors in Rome 1741 - 1748
giovannibattistapiranesi1
statensmuseumforkunst
print, engraving
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pencil drawn
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photo of handprinted image
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aged paper
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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ink paper printed
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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engraving
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watercolor
This etching, created by Giovanni Battista Piranesi between 1741 and 1748, depicts the Palazzo dell'Ambasciator di Venezia in Rome. Piranesi was a renowned Italian artist known for his detailed architectural engravings of ancient Rome. This particular work showcases his mastery in capturing the grandeur and scale of the Venetian ambassador's palace, highlighting its imposing presence in the urban landscape. The meticulous detail of the architecture, coupled with the bustling street scene, offers a glimpse into 18th-century Roman life.
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