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Giovanni Battista Piranesi
"Magnifico Altare" Piranesi Etching of Ancient Roman Architectural Objects
1768-1778

Name: "Magnifico Altare" Piranesi Etching of Ancient Roman Architectural Objects
Brand: Giovanni Battista Piranesi
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$2,975List Price

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"Magnifico Altare antico di marmo, che fu ritrovato nella Villa Adriana in Tivoli" is an etching by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, first published in Rome in 1768. It is plate 32 from Piranesi's monumental work "Vasi, Candelabri, Cippi, Sarcofagi, Tripodi, Lucerne, Ed Ornamenti Antichi", (Vases, candelabra, grave stones, sarcophagi, tripods, lamps, and ancient ornaments). It depicts an ancient marble altar from Hadrian's Villa in Tivoli, Italy, as well a bronze vase and an oil lamp. The etching is presented in an attractive black wood frame with gold inner and outer trim enhanced with crackle texture, a light beige silk mat and a gold fillet. The frame measures 29.5" x 37.13" x 1". There is a central vertical fold in the paper, as issued. There is minimal discoloration centrally. The print is otherwise in very good condition. There are three other Piranesi etchings of ancient Roman architectural elements listed on 1stdibs that are framed and matted identically to this one. They would make a dramatic grouping of two, three or four pieces. A discount is available for the purchase of multiple items. These additional etchings may be viewed on 1stdibs using reference numbers: LU117326613572, LU117326613562 and LU117326613552, or they may be viewed along with other Piranesi etchings of Rome by putting Timeless Intaglio in the 1stdibs search field. Piranesi was born in Venice in 1720 and died in Rome in 1778. He was the son of a stone mason and was trained as an architect. After a slow start he eventually achieved great success as an architect, archaeologist, artist, designer, collector, and antiquities dealer. His mission was to glorify the architecture of ancient Rome through his engravings and etchings. His highly dramatized prints often depict imaginary interiors and frequently include figures in mysterious activities, who are dwarfed by the magnitude of their monumental surroundings. Piranesi's style greatly influenced the neoclassical art movement of the late 18th century. His dramatic scenes inspired generations of set designers, as well as artists, architects and writers. His prints have continued to increase in value to institutions and collectors.

Creator:
Giovanni Battista Piranesi (1720-1778, Italian)
Creation Year:
1768-1778
Dimensions:
Height: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Width: 37.13 in (94.32 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
Medium:
Etching
Movement & Style:
Old Masters
Period:
Early 18th Century
Condition:
Gallery Location:
Alamo, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: #44251stDibs: LU117326613582

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