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The Assumption of the Virgin or Frari Assumption, popularly known as the Assunta, [1] is a large altarpiece panel painting in oils by the Italian Renaissance artist Titian, painted in 1515–1518. It remains in the position it was designed for, on the high altar of the Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari or Frari church in Venice.
- 690 cm × 360 cm (270 in × 140 in)
- Titian
- 1516–1518
Assumption of the Virgin, oil painting on panel created in 1516–18 by Titian as the altarpiece for the church of Santa Maria dei Frari in Venice, Italy, where it remains. It is among the largest and most influential altarpieces in European art and is one of the artist’s most revolutionary masterpieces.
- Mary Cooch
The Assumption of the Virgin is characteristic of the tendency towards vivid colors with luminous qualities that Titian favored in the earlier part of his artistic career. Later in life, however, his style evolved to favor subtler shades of color and highly lifelike shadowing.
Dec 6, 2023 · Assumption of the Virgin. by Dr. Steven Zucker and Dr. Beth Harris. Titian, Assumption of the Virgin, c. 1516-18, oil on wood, 22′ 6″ x 11′ 10″ (Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, Venice)
Feb 18, 2022 · The Assumption of the Virgin or Frari Assumption is a large altarpiece panel painting in oils by the Italian Renaissance artist Titian, painted in 1515–18. It remains in the position it was designed for, on the high altar of the Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari or Frari church in Venice.
- Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, Venice, Italy
Assumption of the Virgin By Titian. A masterpiece of the Italian Renaissance in Venice, it is regarded by critics as one of the Greatest Paintings Ever. Assumption of the Virgin (1516-18) Contents • Description • Interpretation of Assumption of the Virgin • Other Famous Paintings by Titian. Description. Artist: Titian (1488-1576)
Learn about the history, story, theme, inspirations and analysis of Titian's painting of Mary's ascension into Heaven, depicting the event in a three-tiered composition of oil on wood. Find out how the Assumption of the Virgin was a commission from the Franciscan order, a launch pad for Titian's career, and a masterpiece of Venetian art.
