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Bilder Giovanni Battista Piranesi (1720–1778) – View of the Grand Square of St. Francis in Seville – Hand-Colored Engraving (Late 18th Century)
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This hand-colored engraving depicts the Plaza de San Francisco in Seville, Spain, with arcaded façades and a central fountain. It was issued in Paris on Rue St. Jacques as part of a series designed for optical viewing devices.
Giovanni Battista Piranesi (1720–1778) was an Italian architect, engraver, and antiquarian celebrated for his dramatic views of Roman architecture and classical ruins. He elevated the genre of architectural vedute through technical mastery and visionary perspective, influencing generations of European artists and architects.
Artist or Maker:
Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Dimensions:
33 cm x 50 cm
Medium:
Hand-Colored Engraving
Date:
Late 18th Century
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
