Home > Arts > Artists > P > Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Fantasy on a Magnificent Triumphal Arch, 1765. Creator: Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Fantasy on a Magnificent Triumphal Arch, 1765. Creator: Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Fantasy on a Magnificent Triumphal Arch, 1765
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 36301635
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
Arches Brown Ink Brown Wash Fantastic Fantastical Fantasy Giovanni Battista Piranesi Heightened Piranesi Giovanni Battista Triumph Triumphal Triumphal Arch Wash
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Architecture
> Drawings
> Arts
> Artists
> P
> Giovanni Battista Piranesi
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Architectural sketches
> Fine art prints
Fantasy on a Magnificent Triumphal Arch
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating and enigmatic pen and ink drawing by the renowned Italian artist, Giovanni Battista Piranesi, created in 1765. This antique masterpiece, now housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., showcases Piranesi's extraordinary artistic vision and his mastery of the architectural form. The drawing depicts a fantastical scene of a triumphal arch, a grand architectural feature that symbolizes victory and triumph. However, Piranesi's interpretation of this classical motif is far from ordinary. The archway is heightened with intricate details, swirling forms, and a sense of movement that defies the static nature of the architectural form. The use of pen and brown ink, heightened with reed pen and brown ink some brown wash laid on eighteenth century card, adds to the drawing's textured and timeless quality. The arch is depicted in black and white, with the contrasting shades of brown ink and brown wash creating a sense of depth and dimension. The drawing's composition is balanced, with the arch framing a serene landscape beyond, filled with trees, water, and a distant city. The scene is both fantastical and realistic, inviting the viewer to explore the depths of Piranesi's imagination. This drawing is a testament to Piranesi's artistic genius and his ability to transform a simple architectural form into a work of art that transcends its historical context. It is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art, architecture, or the fantastical. The drawing is an essential addition to any art center or gallery, adding to the cultural heritage of Italy and the world.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
