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Copper Plate Engravings by Giovanni Battista Piranesi

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Set of etchings of views of a Greek ceremonial klismos chair. In his fifties, G.B. Piranesi was interested in archaeology and studied in Southern Italy where he produced drawings of Greek architecture. Medium: Etching on laid paper. Year: circa 1770. Vertical Engravings: 20.5" W x 26" H. Horizontal Engravings: 26" H x 31" W. Signature: Signed in lower right: Piranesi F Condition: Faintly toned, light foxing.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 4
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Wood,Engraved,Gilt
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1770-1779
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1770
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU98992426422
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