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The Pier with a Lamp

Giovanni Battista Piranesi

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a vaulted interior architectural space. The scene features grand arches, intricately carved stone elements, a central prominent structure, and detailed bases adorned with figures and decorative ring motifs. Shading and cross-hatching add texture and depth. The overall scene conveys a feeling of historical and monumental architecture.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1749/1750
Medium
etching, engraving, sulphur tint or open bite, and burnishing
Dimensions
4645 × 3510 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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