The artwork, titled “Details,” was created by the artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi and belongs to the Neoclassicism art movement. It falls within the genre of design and exemplifies the meticulous and precise exploration of architectural elements, a hallmark of Neoclassical aesthetics.
The artwork consists of three distinct panels, each illustrating different architectural details. The uppermost section presents an intricately detailed depiction of wooden beams (A) protruding over the middle of epistylia (C), showcasing precise joinery and classical construction techniques. The middle panel features another view of beams (A and (B) alongside measurements or dimensions, highlighting the technical precision necessary for classical architectural design. Finally, the bottom section appears to illustrate a structural detail or plan view, possibly of columns or foundations, emphasizing the foundational engineering of Neoclassical architecture. The detailed inscriptions in Latin provide further context and explanation, underscoring the analytical and scholarly approach characteristic of Piranesi’s works.
