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The Giant Wheel, 1761. Creator: Giovanni Battista Piranesi
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The Giant Wheel, 1761. Creator: Giovanni Battista Piranesi
The Giant Wheel, 1761. From Le Carceri d'Invenzione (II)
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This etching, titled "The Giant Wheel" by the renowned Italian artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi, is taken from his celebrated series "Le Carceri d'Invenzione" (Imaginary Prisons), created in the 1760s. Piranesi, a master of the capriccio genre, combined elements of ancient Roman architecture with fantastical inventions, resulting in a unique blend of history and imagination. In this particular print, Piranesi presents a striking image of a colossal wheel, reminiscent of a prison or a torture device, set against the backdrop of a desolate, crumbling architectural landscape. The wheel, with its intricate gears and cogs, appears both menacing and intriguing, as if it holds the power to both destroy and create. The figures of prisoners, huddled at the base of the wheel, add a sense of scale and humanity to the scene, emphasizing the wheel's ominous presence. The print, etched in ink on paper, showcases Piranesi's exceptional skill and creativity. The use of black and white contrasts effectively highlights the intricate details of the wheel and the surrounding architecture, while the absence of color adds to the timeless and otherworldly quality of the image. Piranesi's "The Giant Wheel" is a testament to the artist's visionary imagination and his enduring influence on the art world. This print is part of the impressive collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), which holds a significant number of Piranesi's works. The museum's acquisition of this piece adds to its rich heritage art collection and provides an invaluable resource for scholars, art enthusiasts, and the general public to explore the depth and breadth of Piranesi's artistic legacy.
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