Who painted Views of Rome: The So-called Tempio della Tosse, near Tivoli?

Views of Rome: The So-called Tempio della Tosse, near Tivoli was painted by Giovanni Battista Piranesi in 1763.

Where can I see Views of Rome: The So-called Tempio della Tosse, near Tivoli?

Views of Rome: The So-called Tempio della Tosse, near Tivoli is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Views of Rome: The So-called Tempio della Tosse, near Tivoli?

Views of Rome: The So-called Tempio della Tosse, near Tivoli is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Views of Rome: The So-called Tempio della Tosse, near Tivoli

Giovanni Battista Piranesi , 1763

Views of Rome: The So-called Tempio della Tosse, near Tivoli is a print by the Romanticist artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi. It dates from 1763 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Views of Rome: The So-called Tempio della Tosse, near Tivoli is an etching by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, created in 1763, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a ruined stone structure with three large arches, overgrown with vines, and figures in the foreground, including men walking, sitting, and kneeling near a stream. The scene conveys a sense of age and decay.

Technique & Style

Piranesi's detailed rendering of cracks and shadows emphasizes the building's age and weathering, showcasing his skill in capturing the textures and atmosphere of the scene.

Artist & collection

Artist

Giovanni Battista Piranesi

Giovanni Battista (or Giambattista) Piranesi (Italian pronunciation: ; also known as simply Piranesi; 4 October 1720 – 9 November 1778) was an Italian classical archaeologist, architect, and artist, famous for his…