Piranesi: The Early Architectural Fantasies

June 1-September 30, 1978

Overview: More than 150 prints, books, copper plates, and drawings were selected by Andrew Robison, curator of prints and drawings, to mark the 200th anniversary of the death of Giovanni Battista Piranesi (1720-1778). Gaillard Ravenel and Mark Leithauser designed the exhibition and Gordon Anson designed the lighting.

Attendance: 325,000 (123 days)

Location: East Building, Mezzanine, Northeast, Pod I (3,000 sq. ft.)

Booklet: Giovanni Battista Piranesi: The Early Architectural Fantasies, by Andrew Robison. Washington, DC: National Gallery of Art, 1978.

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