Titian 1587

This engraving, created in 1587 by Agostino Carracci, is a portrait of the famous Venetian painter Titian. The image is a close-up bust portrait of Titian, rendered in black and white, showing him wearing a fur-trimmed garment and a turban. This engraving is a testament to Carracci’s skill in capturing the likeness of his subject and the detail of his attire. As a print, this artwork was meant to be reproduced and distributed widely, making it an important record of Titian’s appearance for a wider audience.