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Sepulcro di Metella detto Capo di Bove

Giovanni Battista Piranesi

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a large, ancient circular stone structure in the center, surrounded by architectural elements and dense vegetation. Detailed line work captures the texture of the stone and foliage. The color palette is monochromatic. Trees, plants, and small figures are also visible in the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1748
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
5184 × 2621 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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