John J. Gredler Works of Art

Neoclassical Etching of a Roman Corinthian Capital by Francesco Piranesi

Neoclassical etching of a Roman Corinthian capital by Francesco Piranesi.  Circa 1800.

Neoclassical etching of a architectural cornice and a Corinthian capital by Francesco Piranesi (Italian, 1758 - 1810). Architectural Etching on paper. Signed in plate lower right. In very good condition. Matted, In a simple black frame, highly decorative.

Francesco Piranesi was an Italian engraver, etcher and architect. He was the son of the more famous Giovanni Battista Piranesi and continued his series of engravings representing monuments and ancient temples. He worked for a long period in France, where he lived during the French Revolution.

38.5" h  x  29" w  x  .75" d