Spaccato interno della Basilica di S. Paolo fuori delle Mura
1748
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1748
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Spaccato interno della Basilica di S. Paolo fuori delle Mura is a 1748 ink by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows the inside of a big church. It's very long, with many tall columns and arches. The ceiling is high and has big beams. There are people standing around, some looking up or talking. The walls have many small pictures and carvings. The floor is made of big stones. The light comes in from the sides, making the place look bright and open. If you like this kind of art, you might want to look into the Baroque movement next.
