Venus of Urbino, after Titian c. 19th century

Editor: This is a fascinatingly small piece titled "Venus of Urbino, after Titian," by the Pichler family. It's so tiny, almost like a coin! What’s striking is that it renders Titian's luscious painting into such a miniature format. What's your take on this artwork? Curator: Here, the means of production take center stage. The shift from Titian's opulent oil painting to this small-scale, likely plaster or ceramic piece, speaks volumes. It democratizes the image, making it accessible for personal use, potentially as a seal or keepsake. It really compresses the value of the original, wouldn't you say? Editor: That's a great point. It brings the artwork out of the gallery and into everyday life. Thanks for sharing! Curator: And it shows us the many lives an artwork can live, and how the materials shape that experience.