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Prisoners on a Projecting Platform, Plate 10

Giovanni Battista Piranesi

Cleveland Museum of Art

A grayscale etching depicts a large, dimly lit prison interior. The scene shows multiple levels of walkways and platforms. A large central platform dominates the left and center of the image, with several small figures of prisoners standing on it. The background features additional levels with people standing on railings, and a large archway on the right. The image includes hanging lamps and detailed architectural features such as railings, arches, and vaulted ceilings. The overall mood is somber and oppressive, capturing the harsh conditions of the prison environment.

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900 × 701 px
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