The artwork titled “Reconstruction of the edifice supported by caryatids found in 1765 in the Vineyard off-Strozzi Port St Sebastian” is a creation by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, belonging to the Neoclassicism art movement and categorized under the genre of design.
The artwork features an architectural reconstruction illustrating a grand edifice supported by six caryatids, which are sculpted female figures serving as architectural supports. The scene is meticulously detailed, with the caryatids adorned in classical drapery and positioned symmetrically. They stand on a platform with steps leading up to it, setting an imposing and balanced composition. Above the caryatids, the pediment of the structure is richly decorated with high-relief figures, adding to the elaborate classical aesthetic typical of Neoclassical design. Overall, the artwork exemplifies Piranesi’s dedication to reviving classical architecture through detailed reconstruction and illustration.
