Street artist JR unveils optical illusion artwork in Rome - in pictures

  • French artist JR's installation 'Punto di Fuga' on the facade of the Palazzo Farnese, the French Embassy in Rome
    French artist JR's installation 'Punto di Fuga' on the facade of the Palazzo Farnese, the French Embassy in Rome
  • JR poses in front of his artwork
    JR poses in front of his artwork
  • The Palazzo Farnese is a 16th century family palace that houses the French embassy. JR's work shows an optical illusion of a black-and-white interior of the elegant Renaissance building
    The Palazzo Farnese is a 16th century family palace that houses the French embassy. JR's work shows an optical illusion of a black-and-white interior of the elegant Renaissance building
  • The artist said this is one way of opening up the building usually that is not open to anyone. The work reveals original frescoes and arches that no longer exist
    The artist said this is one way of opening up the building usually that is not open to anyone. The work reveals original frescoes and arches that no longer exist
  • Measuring 6,500 square feet, the mural looks as though a piece of the facade has been ripped off to reveal the interior
    Measuring 6,500 square feet, the mural looks as though a piece of the facade has been ripped off to reveal the interior