Giovanni Battista Piranesi (1720 ? 1778) trained in architecture and engineering, but found his place as an etcher, creating poetic views of Rome, where he was active from 1740, and fantastic imaginary interiors. His Vedute (Views), a series of 135 etchings of ancient and contemporary Rome, established the popular mental image of the city, and the Carceri d'Invenzione (Imaginary Prisons) have provided inspiration and instruction for the Surrealists as well as the designers of horror film sets.
The exhibition in Győr will include etchings from the Vedute and Carceri, as well as Prima Parte, Archi Trionfali.
The Péter Váczy Collection is located at 3 Nefelejcs köz in Győr. The exhibition is open daily from 10:00am to 6:00pm, except on Mondays, until May 31.
Source: Múlt-kor, ?The Bullfinch Guide to Art History?
