Venus of Urbino

Titian

Created:

Movement:

1538

High Renaissance

key Notes:

Reclining Nude; Sensuality

Dimensions:

119 cm × 165 cm

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Beginner

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story of the work:

"Venus of Urbino," painted by Titian in 1538, was commissioned by Guidobaldo II della Rovere, the Duke of Urbino, and is believed to celebrate marital love and fidelity. The painting depicts a reclining nude woman, traditionally identified as Venus, set within a domestic interior, and is noted for its sensuality, use of color, and compositional balance, reflecting the Venetian Renaissance's emphasis on beauty and idealized forms.

Description of the work:

"Venus of Urbino" by Titian, measuring 119 cm by 165 cm, depicts a reclining nude female figure, identified as Venus, set against a richly detailed interior. The composition is characterized by its use of warm, luminous colors, intricate textures, and a balanced arrangement of forms, with the figure's gaze engaging directly with the viewer, enhancing the painting's intimate and sensual atmosphere.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Manually Sourced

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