This engraving is the title page from Giovanni Battista Piranesi's acclaimed series "Vasi, Candelabri, Cippi, Sarcofagi" (Vases, Candelabra, Funerary Stones, Sarcophagi), created around 1778. The intricate design beautifully showcases Piranesi's mastery of classical motifs and ornamental detail, representing a captivating synthesis of architectural elements, vases, and ancient decorative patterns.

Piranesi, a celebrated Italian engraver and architect, was famous for his visionary etchings that significantly influenced neoclassical art and architecture across Europe. Each print from this series was individually hand-colored using watercolors, accentuating the sophisticated interplay of shadows and intricate detailing.

Artist or Maker:

Giovanni Battista Piranesi (1720–1778)

Medium:

Hand-colored Engraving

Date:

ca. 1778

Dimensions:

52.5 cm x 58.5 cm

Condition Report:

This work is in good condition overall. Unframed. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Värdering	5 000 - 7 000 SEK
Köparprovision (inkl. moms)	25%
Slagavgift (inkl. moms)	60 SEK

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79 Giovanni Battista Piranesi (1720–1778) – "Title Page from Vasi, Candelabri" – Large Hand-colored Engraving (ca. 1778)