Colosseum Piranesi

Find the exact colosseum piranesi you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. You’re likely to find the perfect colosseum piranesi among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those made as recently as the 19th Century. Adding a colosseum piranesi to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of gray, brown and more. There have been many interesting colosseum piranesi examples over the years, but those made by Luigi Rossini, Giovanni Battista Piranesi and Francesco Piranesi are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in etching, engraving and paper.

The average selling price for a colosseum piranesi we offer is $2,700, while they’re typically $500 on the low end and $31,380 for the highest priced.

Piranesi was born in Venice in 1720 and died in Rome in 1778. He was the son of a stone mason and was trained as an architect. After a slow start he eventually achieved great success as an architect, archaeologist, artist, designer, collector, and antiquities dealer. His mission was to glorify the architecture of ancient Rome through his engravings and etchings. His highly dramatized prints often depict imaginary interiors and frequently include figures in mysterious activities, who are dwarfed by the magnitude of their monumental surroundings. Piranesi's style greatly influenced the neoclassical art movement of the late 18th century. His dramatic scenes inspired generations of set designers, as well as artists, architects and writers. His prints have continued to increase in value to institutions and collectors.