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Orpheus and Eurydice

Titian , 1509

Orpheus and Eurydice, by Titian, oil, 1509
Orpheus and Eurydice, by Titian, oil, 1509

Orpheus and Eurydice is an oil painting by the High Renaissance artist Titian. It dates from 1509 and is held in the collection of the Accademia Carrara.

About this work

Overview

Titian's 'Orpheus and Eurydice' is an oil painting created in 1509, exemplifying the High Renaissance style. It is part of the Accademia Carrara collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a scene from mythology featuring Orpheus and Eurydice. The figures are set in a landscape with a dog between them and a building in the background, conveying a narrative moment.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by its use of chiaroscuro, evident in its dark color palette dominated by browns and blacks, contrasted with a blue sky. The style is realistic, with detailed rendering of the figures and their surroundings.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Titian

Artist

Titian

Tiziano Vecellio (Italian:; c. 1488/1490 – 27 August 1576), Latinized as Titianus, hence known in English as Titian ( TISH-ən), was an Italian Renaissance painter. The most important artist of Renaissance Venetian…

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Orpheus and Eurydice?

Orpheus and Eurydice was painted by Titian in 1509.

Where can I see Orpheus and Eurydice?

Orpheus and Eurydice is held by Accademia Carrara.

What movement is Orpheus and Eurydice?

Orpheus and Eurydice is associated with High Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of Orpheus and Eurydice?

Museum-quality prints of Orpheus and Eurydice are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.