'A little masterpiece': Titian's youthful canvas of 'The Rest on the Flight into Egypt', goes for auction at Christie's

from The Art Newspaper - International art news and events 2 months ago

The heist of Titian's 'The Rest on the Flight into Egypt' in 1995, its recovery at a bus-stop after seven years, and the decision to sell it for £15m-£25m reflects its captivating and eventful history.
The Art Newspaper - International art news and eventshttps://www.theartnewspaper.com/2024/06/28/a-little-masterpiece-titians-youthful-canvas-of-the-rest-on-the-flight-into-egypt-goes-for-auction-at-christies

The painting's documented provenance, starting from a Venetian spice merchant's collection, adds to its exceptional value, bouncing through various collections over time.
The Art Newspaper - International art news and eventshttps://www.theartnewspaper.com/2024/06/28/a-little-masterpiece-titians-youthful-canvas-of-the-rest-on-the-flight-into-egypt-goes-for-auction-at-christies

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'A little masterpiece': Titian's youthful canvas of 'The Rest on the Flight into Egypt', goes for auction at Christie's'A little masterpiece': Titian's youthful canvas of 'The Rest on the Flight into Egypt', goes for auction at Christie's Briefly

'A little masterpiece': Titian's youthful canvas of 'The Rest on the Flight into Egypt', goes for auction at Christie's
'A little masterpiece': Titian's youthful canvas of 'The Rest on the Flight into Egypt', goes for auction at Christie's
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