View of the Villa Pamphilj outside the Porta S. Pancrazio 1741 - 1748
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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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pencil drawing
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pencil work
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engraving
This etching, created by Italian artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi between 1741 and 1748, depicts the Villa Pamphilj, a grand estate located just outside Rome. Piranesi's masterful use of line and shading creates a sense of depth and detail, showcasing the villa's impressive architecture and the surrounding gardens. This print is a testament to Piranesi's renowned skill in capturing the grandeur of Roman architecture, and it is a valuable document of the city's history and its architectural landscape.
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