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Adoration of the Magi

Titian (Italian, c. 1488–1576)

Adoration of the Magi

Titian (Italian, c. 1488–1576)
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Period

Renaissance

Theme

Power & Politics

Medium

oil on canvas

Current Location

Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland

The Story

Young Titian already understood color like no one else.

The kings' robes glow with Venetian pigments worth fortunes.

But notice Mary's face—calm amid chaos.

“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”

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A restrained palette and sculptural lighting create a solemn geometry. The wooden crate and letter anchor the narrative with journalistic precision.