1750
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Title Plate is a 1750 ink by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows a detailed etching of a stone plate with an inscription. The plate is attached to a wall and has a rope tied around it, with a figure sitting on top. The inscription is in Italian and appears to be a dedication or memorial. The etching is done in a style that is reminiscent of Baroque art, with intricate details and shading. The use of sulphur tint or open bite gives the image a sense of depth and texture. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Baroque movement, which was popular in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries.
Giovanni Battista (or Giambattista) Piranesi (Italian pronunciation: ; also known as simply Piranesi; 4 October 1720 – 9 November 1778) was an Italian classical archaeologist, architect, and artist, famous for his…
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