The artwork, “Candlestick in the Palazzo Lante in St. Eustachian,” created by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, is a neoclassical design piece. This art movement emphasizes classical forms and often includes themes from Ancient Roman and Greek art and architecture. Piranesi’s meticulous attention to detail in this genre is emblematic of the Neoclassicism movement.
The artwork depicts an intricately designed candlestick, highlighted by elaborate arabesques and classical motifs. At its zenith, a robust and muscular figure stands prominently, surrounded by coiled serpents and foliage. Below, a cherubic face with wings exudes a celestial presence, while further down, two mythological creatures with wings flank a larger, bearded visage. The candlestick’s base is adorned with further classical ornamentation, demonstrating an exquisite fusion of myth and artistry.
