The artwork titled “Fragment of a shield fell from above Trophies,” created by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, is attributed to the Neoclassicism art movement, within the genre of design.
The artwork features a meticulously detailed, technical design in black and white, showcasing what appears to be a fragment of a shield accompanied by various measurements and annotations. The composition is symmetrical, with diagrams on both the left and right sides highlighting different parts of the shield. Each figure within the artwork is labeled with letters and numbers, suggesting a scholarly or instructional purpose. Central to the design is a vertical element dividing the composition, surrounded by concentric circles with additional textual information. The overall presentation reflects a sophisticated understanding of design and geometry, characteristic of Piranesi’s work and the Neoclassical style.
