The Venus of Urbino is one of the most sensual paintings by Titian.
It was one of the most famous paintings of the 16th century, and there were many copies and reproductions over the following centuries.
Here are 5 things to know about The Venus of Urbino.
A list of exhibitions you can’t miss in November 2017.
Old exhibitions and new exhibitions, shows that I’ve seen, and I want to see exhibitions.
Aspect to read your opinions in the comments and reviews on the exhibitions you have seen and the shows that you recommended and which are not in this list;-)
Vincent van Gogh, Vecchio che soffre, 1890
Until April 8th 2018 Vicenza hosts the works by the Dutch painter for the biggest exhibition ever dedicated to Van Gogh.
On display 43 paintings and 86 drawings tracing the whole artistic journey of Van Gogh! You can find all useful information about visiting and booking your ticket in the post dedicated to this special event: “Van Gogh. Between wheat and sky”.
Here, instead, I’ll talk about my visit to the exhibition and the works you can’t miss.
Mannerism marks the end of Renaissance.
It’s a very long period, covering almost all the 16th century and which was theorized for the first time by Giorgio Vasari, who indicated as masters of Renaissance absolute perfection Leonardo, Raphael and Michelangelo, whereas all the following artists would only imitate the greatest artists with no hope of creating something more beautiful and perfect.
That’s how you get to Mannerism, that is a style imitating the style of the greatest Renaissance masters.
Here are the major mannerist artists and their works.
Milan hosts one of the unmissable events of 2017: an exhibition dedicated to Caravaggio, which is a real journey into the works of the artist who more than others can still arouse enthusiasm among the public, and whose works are considered timeless masterpieces. The exhibition entitled “Inside Caravaggio” is on view at the Palazzo Reale until January 28th 2018, and is already a sensational event, since before the opening 60,000 entrance tickets had already been booked.
Actually, if you want to visit the exhibition you’d better arrange your visit in advance, in order to avoid long queues at the entrance, and to know how to do, read my post containing the information about the exhibition dedicated to Caravaggio in Milan.
In this post, instead, I’ll tell you 3 reasons why you should see Caravaggio’s paintings on exhibition in Milan.
