N. BITTNER (*1786) after DE PIAN (*1784), Palmira, theatre backdrop, around 1818, Etching Norbert Bittner (1786 - 1851 ) after Antonio de Pian (1784 Venice - 1851 Vienna): Palmira, theatre backdrop with antique-style domed hall similar to the Pantheon, c. 1818, Etching Technique: Etching on Paper Inscription: At the lower part signed in the printing plate: "N. Bittner f. N. 33 / de Pian invt.". At the lower part inscribed by another person: "Palmira". Date: c. 1818 Description: In front of us is a detailed engraving that presents an architectural view. A colonnade in the foreground leads the viewer's gaze into the depths, where an imposing contrasting façade with rich ornamentation and several onion domes forms the finial. The skilful use of light and shadow adds depth and texture to the scene and reflects the care taken in the craftsmanship. Source: Norbert Bittner (1786 -1851 ) Theaterdecorationen nach den Original Skitzen des k.k. Hof Theater Mahlers Anton de Pian, gestochen und verlegt von Norbert Bittner, um, 1818, No. 33 | Theater, Landscape, Architecture Keywords: Engraving; architecture; colonnade; onion domes; decorations; façade; contrast; light and shadow; depth effect; perspective; texture; craftsmanship; art history, 19th century, Romanticism, Architecture, Austria, Vienna, Size: Paper: 17,5 cm x 21,8 cm (6,9 x 8,6 in), Plate: 13,2 cm x 15,3 cm (5,2 x 6 in)