Piranesi Collection

Title page: volume IV, The Antiquities of Rome by Giambatista Piranesi, Venetian Architect. Volume 4, containing the ancient bridges, the remains of theaters, of porticoes

ROME: ST. PETERs BASILICA. Interior of Saint Peters Basilica in Rome. Etching by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, c1760

ROME: PANTHEON. Interior of the Pantheon in Rome. Etching and engraving by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, c1756

View of the Facade of the Basilica of S. Croce in Gerusalemme [the Holy Cross in Jerusalem], from Vedute di Roma (Roman Views), ca. 1750

Stairways adorned by magnificient architecture... (Gruppo di Scale ornato di magnifica Architettura...), ca. 1750

Construction of Blackfriars bridge, London
Builders involved in various tasks atop two huge arches under construction. One of the arches clearly shows the scaffolding required to form such a huge structure. Date: August 1764

The Tomb of Caecilia Metella (From the Series "Le Antichità Romane"), 1784
The Tomb of Caecilia Metella (From the Series "Le Antichita Romane"), 1784. Private Collection

Villa Pamphili (Villa Panfili fuori di Porta S. Pancrazio), 1776. Creator: Piranesi, Giovanni Battista (1720-1778)
Villa Pamphili (Villa Panfili fuori di Porta S. Pancrazio), 1776. Private Collection

Portrait of Giovanni Battista Piranesi (1720-1778), 1756. Creator: Polanzani, Francesco (1700-after 1783)
Portrait of Giovanni Battista Piranesi (1720-1778), 1756. Private Collection

Imaginery ancient temple designed in the style of those built in honor of the Goddess Vesta... (Tempio antico inventato e disegnato alla maniera di quelli che si fabbricavano in onore della Dea)

The Portico and Facade of an Elaborate Neo-Classical Building (pen and brown ink)
1766782 The Portico and Facade of an Elaborate Neo-Classical Building (pen and brown ink) by Piranesi, Giovanni Battista (1720-78); 24.6x29.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Magnificent Bridge with Loggia, 1753-1837 (etching and engraving)
986173 Magnificent Bridge with Loggia, 1753-1837 (etching and engraving) by Piranesi, Giovanni Battista (1720-78); about 40x60 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Interior of St. Pauls basilica outside the walls, 1753-1837 (etching and engraving)
986172 Interior of St. Pauls basilica outside the walls, 1753-1837 (etching and engraving) by Piranesi, Giovanni Battista (1720-78); about 40x60. cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of St)

Veduta del Porto di Ripa Grande, c. 1760 (engraving)
986090 Veduta del Porto di Ripa Grande, c.1760 (engraving) by Piranesi, Giovanni Battista (1720-78) (after); 37.9x61 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Veduta del Porto di Ripa Grande)

Birds Eye Views of: the Balbo and Marcello Theatres
985981 Birds Eye Views of: the Balbo and Marcello Theatres, the Pantheon and Surrounding Area, and the Statilio Tauro Amphitheatre, 1762 (etching) by Piranesi

Carcere V (the lion bas-reliefs), 1753-1837 (etching and engraving)
986171 Carcere V (the lion bas-reliefs), 1753-1837 (etching and engraving) by Piranesi, Francesco (c.1756-1810); about 60x40 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Carcere V (the lion bas-reliefs)

Veduta dell Anfiteatro Flavio detto il Colosseo, 1757. Creator: Piranesi
Veduta dell Anfiteatro Flavio detto il Colosseo, 1757. Private Collection

Ceremony held in the Cappella Paolina, Vatican, 1787. Creator: Francesco Piranesi
Ceremony held in the Cappella Paolina, Vatican, 1787

View from the street entering beneath the gateway to the city of Pompeii, with the foot paths and the shops, from Antiquites de Pompeia, tome premier, Antiquites de la Grande Grece

View of the interior of the city of Pompeii, from Antiquites de Pompeia, tome premier, Antiquites de la Grande Grece... (Antiquities of Pompeii, volume one, Antiquities of Great Greece...), volume 1

Demonstration panel showing technique for raising travertine and marble blocks for the construction of the tomb of Cecilia Metella, Rome, from the series Le Antichita Romane, 1756

Plate 6: Ruins of an ancient tomb in front of ruins of an ancient aqueduct; above the arches of the latter is the channel which conveyed the water to Rome

Plate 3: Ancient mausoleum erected for the ashes of a Roman emperor (Mausoleo antico eretto per le ceneri d un imperadore romano)

Partial elevation and plan of the first-order portico at the Theater of Marcellus (Dimostrazione di una parte de portici del prim ordine del Teatro di Marcello), from Le Antichita Romane, 1756

Elevation and plan of the second-order portico at the Theater of Marcellus (Teatro di Marcello), Rome, from the series Le Antichita Romane, 1756

Section of column base from the Temple of Fortuna Virilis (Tempio della Fortuna Virile), from the series Le Antichita Romane, 1756

Plan and facade of the Temple of Fortuna Virilis (Tempio della Fortuna Virile), from the series Le Antichita Romane, 1756

Profile of the Temple of Fortuna Virilis (Profilo del Tempio della Fortuna Virile), and section of the temple, from the series Le Antichita Romane, 1756

Plate 10: The ancient Capitol ascended by approximately one hundred steps [...] (Campidoglio antico a cui si ascendeva per circa cento gradini [...])

Plate 9: Colonnaded hall according to the custom of the ancient Romans, and niches adorned witn statues (Sala all uso degli antichi Romani con colonne, e nicchie ornate di statue)

Cornice and column from the Temple of Fortuna Virilis (Tempio della Fortuna Virile), from Le Antichita Romane, 1756

Plan of a tomb on the Appian Way in Vigna Buonamici (Pianta di un sepolcro sull antica Via Appia nella Vigna Buonamici), from the series Le Antichita Romane, 1756

Plate 7: Ancient altar on which sacrifices were performed in antiquity, surrounded by other ruins (Ara antica sopra la quale si facevano anticamente i sagrifizi, con altre ruine all intorno)

The Capitol and the steps of S. Maria in Aracoeli (Veduta del Romano Camipidoglio con scalinata che va alla chiesa d Araceli), ca. 1775

The Piazza della Rotonda, with the Pantheon and Obelisk (Veduta della Piazza della Rotonda), ca. 1751

The Arch of Septimius Severus, with the Church of S. Martina on the right (Arco di Settimio Severo), ca. 1759

The Piazza di Spagna (Veduta di Piazza di Spagna), ca. 1750

S. Giovanni in Laterano, main facade, with Palace and Scala Santa on the right (Veduta della Basilica di S. Giovanni Laterano), ca. 1749

The Forum Romanum, or Campo Vaccino, from the Capitol, with the Arch of Septimius in the foreground left, Temple of Vespian right, and the Colosseum in the distance (Veduta di Campo Vaccino), ca. 1775

Bird in shell at the center of the lintel, with a frieze of trophies, surmounted by an overmantel with candelabra and flanked by chairs. (Ch. decoree d une frise de casques et d armures...), 1769 (?)

Hadrians Villa: The Piazza d Oro (Piazza of Gold) (Veduta degli Avanzi della Circonferenza delle antiche Fabbriche di una delle Piazze della Villa Adriana oggidi chiamata Piazza d oro), ca. 1776

A view of part of the intended Bridge at Blackfriars, London, ca. 1764

S. Constanza (erroneously callled Temple of Bacchus) (Veduta interna del Sepolcro di S. Constanza, fabbricato da Costantino Magno, ed erroneamente detto il Tempio di Bacco)

The Temple of Venus and Roma (erroneously called Temple of Sol and Luna) (Veduta degli avanzi di due triclini che appartenevano alla Casa aurea di Nerone), ca. 1759

The smaller harbor, called the Porto di Ripetta (Veduta del Porto di Ripetta), ca. 1753. Built in 1704 by the Italian Baroque architect Alessandro Specchi

The Basilica of Constantine (Veduta degli avanzi della Casa aurea di Nerone, detti volgarmente il Tempio della Pace, ca. 1757

The Theatre of Marcellus (Teatro di Marcello), ca. 1757

The Temple of Vespasian and Titus (Veduta del Tempio di Giove Tonante), ca. 1756. Temple of Jupiter Tonans

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"Piranesi: Capturing the Magnificence of Rome's Architectural Marvels" Giambatista Piranesi, a renowned Italian artist and architect, left an indelible mark on the world with his breathtaking depictions of ancient Roman structures. In his monumental work "The Antiquities of Rome, " Volume IV takes us on a visual journey through the grandeur and splendor of this eternal city. One striking image that captivates our attention is the interior view of the Pantheon in Rome. Through etching and engraving techniques, Piranesi masterfully brings to life every intricate detail, from its majestic dome to its awe-inspiring columns. We are transported back in time, standing amidst this architectural marvel that has stood strong for centuries. Moving further into Rome's treasures, we encounter the Basilica of S. Croce in Gerusalemme. The facade beckons us with its ornate beauty while stairways adorned by magnificent architecture lead us towards a sense of wonderment and admiration for Piranesi's skillful craftsmanship. But Piranesi's talent extends beyond capturing real-life structures; he also delves into imaginative creations inspired by ancient temples dedicated to goddesses. His vivid depiction transports us to a realm where myth meets reality as we envision ourselves wandering through these hallowed halls. Not limited to Rome alone, it also explores other cities' architectural wonders such as London's Blackfriars Bridge. Through his etchings and engravings, we witness the construction process unfold before our eyes—a testament to his ability not only as an artist but also as an observer documenting history in motion. Returning once again to Rome's spiritual sanctuaries, Saint Peter's Basilica reveals itself within Piranesi's works—its vast interior exuding grandeur and reverence fit for one of Christianity’s holiest sites.