Titian and His Mistress

About this work

This black-and-white print shows two figures leaning toward each other. The older man has a long beard and fur collar, while the younger woman wears a draped robe and holds a scroll. In the corner, a small sketch of a skull and hourglass sits on a ledge. The text below calls it a "true portrait" of Titian, a famous painter from long ago. The scroll and skull hint at themes of life, time, and art. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.