Another view of the same marble tripod depicted in the preceding etching 1769 - 1778

This etching by Giovanni Battista Piranesi depicts a marble tripod, a three-legged stand, with intricate carvings and a bowl. The tripod is adorned with classical motifs including figures, garlands and decorative foliage. This print is part of Piranesi's series of etchings focusing on Roman architecture and its decorative elements, a collection that was influential in the Neoclassical movement and continues to inspire artists today. Piranesi, who lived from 1720 to 1778, is considered one of the most important architectural draftsmen of the 18th century.