Chimneypiece 1761 - 1769
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simple decoration style
natural stone pattern
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wooden interior design
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neutral brown palette
brown colour palette
"Chimneypiece" (1761-1769) by Giovanni Battista Piranesi is a marble masterpiece showcasing the artist's signature neoclassical style. This ornate fireplace, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, features intricate carvings and a central panel depicting Roman mythology. Piranesi's work often drew inspiration from ancient Roman ruins, emphasizing grandeur and historical reverence. The detailed craftsmanship and the imposing scale of the piece reflect the architectural ideals of the 18th century.
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This chimneypiece was designed and made by the renowned Italian architect Piranesi, who incorporated in it fragments of ancient Roman sculpture. Piranesi here applied his archaeological interest in Classical antiquity to an innovative design in a Neoclassical style. The Amsterdam banker John Hope bought the chimneypiece from Piranesi in Rome.
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