The artwork, named “Various shells taken from the real,” was created by Giovanni Battista Piranesi and belongs to the Neoclassicism art movement, classified as a design genre. This detailed illustration demonstrates Piranesi’s skill in rendering natural forms with precision and sophistication. The composition presents an array of meticulously depicted shells, showcasing a rich variety of textures and forms. Each shell is intricately designed, capturing the essence of their natural beauty. The artwork exhibits a monochromatic palette, emphasizing form and detail over color, characteristic of many Neoclassical designs.
