Flora (1517) by Titian

Artwork Name

Flora (1517)
Artist

Titian (c. 1488-1576), Italian
Dimensions

Oil on canvas
Collection Source

Public domain
License

Public Domain Content: Free for Personal & Commercial Use

3307 x 4144 pixels, JPEG, 12.91 MB
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About the Artist

Titian (c. 1488-1576), Italian, Titian was a Venetian painter and one of the most important members of the Venetian school during the Renaissance. Known for his use of color and his ability to create rich, vivid portraits, landscapes, and religious scenes, Titian revolutionized Venetian painting. His techniques, especially his handling of light and texture, were groundbreaking for his time. His works, such as 'The Assumption of the Virgin' and 'Venus of Urbino,' have been celebrated for their sensuality and depth of emotion.

Artwork Story

‘Flora’ by Titian is a remarkable representation of the goddess of spring and flowers. Painted in 1517, the work showcases Titian’s mastery of color and form. In the painting, Flora is depicted as a beautiful woman, adorned with a flowing gown, holding flowers in her hands, symbolizing fertility and the abundance of nature. Titian’s skillful use of vibrant colors, particularly in the depiction of Flora’s skin and the floral arrangements, brings a sense of life and movement to the scene. It is a celebration of nature’s renewal, power, and the beauty of femininity.