Large Marble Vase with Putti and Vine Leaves 1778

This etching, *Large Marble Vase with Putti and Vine Leaves*, is a fine example of the work of Italian artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi (1720-1778). Piranesi, known for his depictions of Roman architecture, created this detailed, ornate illustration of a classical vase. The vase's surface is adorned with intricate carvings of putti, grapevines, and other classical motifs. The etching is part of the artist's *Vasi, candelabri, cippi, sarcofagi, tripodi, lucerne ed ornamenti antichi* (Vases, Candelabra, Cippi, Sarcophagi, Tripods, Lanterns, and Ancient Ornaments), which aimed to promote the study of classical antiquities. The image showcases Piranesi's mastery of line and detail, capturing the grandeur and beauty of ancient Roman art.