“Frieze Hippogriffs ancient marble in the courtyard of the palace of the Valley” is an artwork created by Giovanni Battista Piranesi during the Neoclassical movement. The genre of this piece is design.
The artwork showcases a meticulously detailed frieze, featuring mythological creatures known as hippogriffs, which are presented with the body of a horse, wings, and the head and claws of an eagle. These figures are intricately carved, adorning an architectural marble piece. The composition also includes elaborately detailed vases, floral elements, and a central winged cherub surrounded by lush botanical motifs, showcasing Piranesi’s masterful craftsmanship and attention to classical design elements. The entire piece exudes the precision and stylization characteristic of the Neoclassical movement, emphasizing classical themes and rich ornamentation.
