Two cinerary urns, one of them with trophies and arabesques resting on the other with torches, both flanked by two views of a small group of a boy with a dolphin 1769 - 1778

This etching by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, created between 1769 and 1778, depicts two ornate cinerary urns. The central urn, adorned with intricate arabesques and trophies, rests atop a pedestal and is flanked by two cherubs riding dolphins. These elements are characteristic of Piranesi’s architectural and decorative designs, known for their meticulous detail and imaginative use of classical motifs. The work demonstrates Piranesi’s fascination with ancient Roman architecture and his skill in rendering intricate detail, particularly in his exploration of the decorative arts.