Giovanni Battista Piranesi Etching on Paper "View of the Mausoleum of the Emperor Hadrian"

Item Details

In Plate

An etching on paper titled View of the Mausoleum of the Emperor Hadrian by Giovanni Battista Piranesi (1720–1778), published by Bouchard & Gravier in Rome, Italy. This highly detailed, hyper-realistic piece features a view of the massive mausoleum from the rear, with figures going about their business in the street. The work includes information about the monument, artist, and publication printed to the lower edge. It is presented under a white speckled mat and glass in a wood frame with silver tone highlights, and hanging wire to the verso.

Condition

- foxing and toning to paper; minor scratches, marks and wear to frame.

Dimensions

- measures frame, visible image measures 22" W x 17.25" H.

Item #

17BAL063-018