Sky Arte Documentary Explores Titian's Mythological Paintings
A documentary titled 'Tiziano: amore, desiderio, morte' will air on Sky Arte on Thursday, October 7. The film focuses on the 'Poesie' series, six mythological paintings created by Titian between 1551 and 1562 for King Philip II of Spain. Inspired by Ovid's 'Metamorphoses', these works showcase Titian's pioneering use of oil paint to create thick, almost material brushstrokes and a revolutionary approach to mythological themes. The documentary analyzes each painting, highlighting a depiction of female sensuality that, contrary to contemporary norms, alludes to a heroic dimension of women and their social importance. The series is currently the subject of a traveling exhibition at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston. Sky Arte's website is powered by Artribune, which manages its content and digital interface.
Key facts
- Documentary 'Tiziano: amore, desiderio, morte' airs on Sky Arte on October 7.
- The film examines Titian's 'Poesie' series of six paintings.
- The 'Poesie' were created between 1551 and 1562 for King Philip II of Spain.
- The paintings are inspired by Ovid's 'Metamorphoses'.
- Titian used oil paint to create thick, material brushstrokes.
- The works present a revolutionary view of female sensuality as heroic.
- The series is part of a traveling exhibition currently at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston.
- Sky Arte's website is powered by Artribune.
Entities
Artists
- Tiziano (Titian)
Institutions
- Sky Arte
- Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
- Artribune
Locations
- Boston
- United States