Gezicht op het grafmonument van Titiaan in de Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari in Venetië 1872 - 1876

This stereograph by Jean Andrieu captures the Tomb of Titian within Venice’s Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari. Rendered in a muted sepia tone, the photograph presents a symmetrical composition. This is structured by the monument's architectural form and divided by a central vertical axis. The stereoscopic presentation creates a three-dimensional effect, emphasizing the monument's depth and sculptural relief. The use of light and shadow, though subtle, defines the contours of the figures and architectural elements, thus enhancing the interplay between form and space. Looking at the photograph, the structure of the tomb becomes a signifier of artistic legacy. The classical architecture, with its arches and columns, references an idealized past while the sculptural details embody the values of artistic achievement. Andrieu's photographic approach is not just a recording of space, but an interpretation of cultural memory. The stereograph invites us to consider how monuments not only commemorate individuals, but also construct and reinforce cultural narratives through their formal presentation.