Titian

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.
  • Portrait of a Lady (c. 1530)

    Portrait of a Lady (c. 1530)

    Titian (Italian, c. 1488-1576)

    A captivating Renaissance portrait of an unknown woman, radiating quiet mystery and masterful brushwork.

  • Woman Holding an Apple (c. 1550)

    Woman Holding an Apple (c. 1550)

    Titian (Italian, c. 1488-1576)

    A woman’s enigmatic expression and the apple she holds suggest untold stories, wrapped in Titian’s lush brushwork.

  • King Philip II of Spain (1545-1556)

    King Philip II of Spain (1545-1556)

    Titian (Italian, c. 1488-1576)

    Titian’s portrait of Philip II blends royal formality with subtle realism and presence.

  • Flora (1517)

    Flora (1517)

    Titian (Italian, c. 1488-1576)

    Titian’s ‘Flora’ from 1517 beautifully captures the goddess of spring in a graceful and colorful composition, symbolizing fertility and nature’s abundance.