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Fine Art Print : The Pier with Chains, from Carceri d invenzione (Imaginary Prisons), ca. 1749-50
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The Pier with Chains, from Carceri d invenzione (Imaginary Prisons), ca. 1749-50
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Bouchard Bouchard Giovanni Carceri Dinvenzione Chain Chains Dark Giovanni Giovanni Battista Giovanni Battista Piranesi Giovanni Bouchard Imaginary Prisons Ital Lantern Pier Piranesi Piranesi Giovanni Battista Prison Prison Bars Steps Underground Archway
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating allure of Old World mystery with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Print of "The Pier with Chains" from Carceri d'Invenzioni by Giovanni Battista Piranesi. This iconic masterpiece, hailing from the late Baroque period, invites you to explore the intricate depths of Piranesi's Imaginary Prisons. The hauntingly beautiful image of a pier stretching into the abyss, shrouded in chains, evokes a sense of both wonder and unease. Each fine art print is meticulously reproduced from the original Heritage Images archival source, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Bring the enchanting world of Piranesi into your home or office and ignite your imagination with this timeless work of art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37.6cm (20" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The Pier with Chains - A Glimpse into the Dark Depths of Imagination
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. This print, titled "The Pier with Chains" is a remarkable creation by Giovanni Battista Piranesi from his renowned series called Carceri d'invenzione or Imaginary Prisons. Created around 1749-50 in Rome, Italy, this engraving offers a hauntingly beautiful depiction of an underground prison. As we delve into the depths of this architectural masterpiece, we are confronted with a scene that evokes both awe and fear. The archway looms above us, its intricate details showcasing Piranesi's mastery as an artist. The chains hanging ominously from the pier serve as a stark reminder of the oppressive nature of imprisonment. The play between light and shadow adds to the eerie atmosphere within this subterranean world. A solitary lantern casts its dim glow on two figures standing at the bottom of a flight of steps - perhaps prisoners contemplating their fate or guards overseeing their captives. Piranesi's imagination transports us to a time when crime and punishment were intertwined in society's fabric. This print serves as a testament to his skillful ability to capture emotions through architecture. Displayed in museums worldwide, including The Met, this piece continues to captivate viewers centuries after its creation. It stands as an enduring symbol not only of Piranesi's genius but also as a reflection on humanity's complex relationship with law and order. "The Pier with Chains" invites us to
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