FAQ About Titian

'Assumption of the Virgin' is regarded as a masterpiece for its grand scale, dramatic use of color, and its innovative composition. Completed in 1518 for the Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari in Venice, the painting shows the Virgin Mary ascending to heaven surrounded by angelic hosts. The work reflects Titian's mastery of dynamic movement and emotional intensity, as well as his ability to integrate his figures into a cohesive, vibrant scene.