After Vasari's Lives of the Most Famous Artists,The Life of Titian by the seventeenth-century Venetian artist and writer Carlo Ridolfi is the most important contemporary documentary source for our understanding of the great Renaissance artist. This new critical edition, the first translation into English of Ridolfi's biography, illuminates his life, his artistic production, and his early critical reputation. The editors address art-historical questions of attribution, provenance, and documentation that Ridolfi's biography raises. Two introductory essays present the nature, scope, and importance of the biography for the study of Titian and Venetian Renaissance art and place Ridolfi in the tradition of Renaissance biography and artistic literature. The annotations provide a useful and current bibliography drawn from both art history and literature. The Life of Titian will be of interest to a wide audience of scholars and students of the history of Renaissance art, literature, language, and culture.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1881.

This up-to-date, well-illustrated, and thoughtful introduction to the life and works of one of the giants of Western Painting also surveys the golden age of Venetian Painting from Giovanni Bellini to Veronese and its place in the history of Western art. Bruce Cole, Distinguished Professor of Fine Arts at Indiana University and author of numerous books on Italian Renaissance art, begins with the life and work of Giovanni Bellini, the principal founder of Venetian Renaissance painting. He continues with the paintings of Giorgione and the young Titian whose work embodied the new Venetian style. Cole discusses and explains all of Titian's major works--portraits, religious paintings, and nudes--from various points of view and shows how Venetian painting of this period differed from painting in Florence and elsewhere in Italy and became a distinct and fully-developed style of its own.

The most prominent exponent of Venetian art, Titian was equally adept with portraits and landscapes, as well as mythological and religious subjects. His celebrated use of colour would exercise a profound influence on future generations of Western art. Delphi’s Masters of Art Series presents the world’s first digital e-Art books, allowing digital readers to explore the works of great artists in comprehensive detail. This volume presents Titian’s complete paintings in beautiful detail, with concise introductions, hundreds of high quality images and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1) * The complete paintings of Titian — over 200 paintings, fully indexed and arranged in chronological and alphabetical order * Includes reproductions of rare works * Features a special ‘Highlights’ section, with concise introductions to the masterpieces, giving valuable contextual information * Enlarged ‘Detail’ images, allowing you to explore Titian’s celebrated works in detail, as seen in traditional art books * Hundreds of images in stunning colour – highly recommended for viewing on tablets and smart phones or as a valuable reference tool on more conventional eReaders * Special chronological and alphabetical contents tables for the complete paintings * Easily locate the paintings you want to view * Features six biographical works – immerse yourself in Titian's world * Scholarly ordering of plates into chronological order Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting e-Art books CONTENTS: The Highlights A MAN WITH A QUILTED SLEEVE PASTORAL CONCERT NOLI ME TANGERE FLORA ASSUMPTION OF THE VIRGIN BACCHUS AND ARIADNE MAN WITH A GLOVE MADONNA DI CA’ PESARO PORTRAIT OF CHARLES V WITH A DOG VENUS OF URBINO PORTRAIT OF POPE PAUL III EQUESTRIAN PORTRAIT OF CHARLES V VENUS AND ADONIS DANAË AND THE SHOWER OF GOLD THE DEATH OF ACTAEON SELF-PORTRAIT ALLEGORY OF PRUDENCE TARQUINIUS AND LUCRETIA The Paintings THE COMPLETE PAINTINGS ALPHABETICAL LIST OF PAINTINGS The Biographies TIZIANO DA CADORE (TITIAN) by Giorgio Vasari TITIAN by Estelle M. Hurll TITIAN by Sarah K. Bolton TITIAN by S. L. Bensusan THE EARLIER WORK OF TITIAN by Sir Claude Phillips THE LATER WORKS OF TITIAN by Sir Claude Phillips Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles

Embark on a captivating exploration of the artistry of a Renaissance master with "Titian: S. L. Bensusan's Exploration of the Artistry of a Renaissance Master" by S. L. Bensusan. In this insightful book, Bensusan delves into the life and work of Titian, offering readers a deeper understanding of one of the most celebrated painters of the Renaissance. As you journey through the pages of this book, be prepared to be transported to the vibrant world of Renaissance Italy, where Titian's masterpieces come to life with vivid detail and profound beauty. Bensusan's rich descriptions and expert analysis illuminate the genius of Titian's artistry. But here's the question that lingers in the air: What if Titian's paintings are more than just stunning works of art, but windows into the soul of an era? Could the brushstrokes of a Renaissance master reveal insights into the cultural, political, and spiritual landscape of his time? Engage with Bensusan's exploration of Titian's artistry as he unravels the mysteries behind the painter's most iconic works. Through meticulous research and passionate storytelling, Bensusan invites readers to appreciate the timeless beauty and enduring legacy of Titian's oeuvre. Are you ready to immerse yourself in the world of one of the greatest painters of the Renaissance? Let yourself be captivated by the beauty and brilliance of Titian's art as you journey through the pages of "Titian," where each brushstroke tells a story and each canvas holds a world of wonders. Join Bensusan on a voyage of discovery and appreciation for the artistry of a true master. Here's your invitation to explore the timeless masterpieces of Titian with S. L. Bensusan's "Titian." Will you accept the invitation to embark on this journey of artistic exploration and appreciation? Don't miss out on the opportunity to delve into the world of Renaissance art. Purchase your copy of "Titian" now, and let the captivating exploration of Titian's artistry enrich your understanding and appreciation of one of the greatest painters in history.