The artwork, titled “Split, showing the scene in front of the building, and stairs, which ascend to the second precision,” is created by Giovanni Battista Piranesi and belongs to the Neoclassicism art movement. It is classified under the genre of design.
This meticulously detailed illustration showcases the architectural intricacies of a building facade segmented into multiple layers, revealing various internal structures and staircases. The artwork is composed of three horizontal sections, each detailing different aspects of the construction through precise line work and shading. The intricate details highlight the technical prowess and artistic sensibility of Piranesi, capturing both the functional and aesthetic dimensions of the architectural form.
