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Italian · 1488–1576

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17 works across 1 institution

Washington DC's National Gallery of Art holds 17 works by Titian (1488–1576) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.

Titian was the dominant figure of the Venetian school and one of the most celebrated painters in Europe during his lifetime, serving as court painter to Holy Roman Emperor Charles V and Philip II of Spain. With a career spanning over seventy years, his late, loosely-painted works were centuries ahead of their time.

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Titian

Italian · High Renaissance / Venetian School · 1488–1576

Titian was the dominant figure of the Venetian school and one of the most celebrated painters in Europe during his lifetime, serving as court painter to Holy Roman Emperor Charles V and Philip II of Spain. With a career spanning over seventy years, his late, loosely-painted works were centuries ahead of their time.

Key works

Assumption of the VirginVenus of UrbinoPortrait of Charles V with a Dog
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Frequently asked questions

How many Titian paintings are on display in Washington DC?

Our current data shows 17 Titian paintings on display in Washington DC, spread across the National Gallery of Art. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.

Which museum in Washington DC has the most Titian paintings?

National Gallery of Art holds all 17 known Titian works in Washington DC.

Where else can I see Titian's paintings?

Titian's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Titian

Planning your visit to Washington DC

Washington DC's Smithsonian museums — including the National Gallery of Art, American Art Museum, and Hirshhorn — are all permanently free to enter. They're clustered along the National Mall and easily walked between. The National Gallery has two buildings connected by an underground passage; the East Building houses 20th-century art.

Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.