I Frari Venice, Italy

Titian,
Titian's celebrated masterpiece of the Assumption of the Virgin (1516-18) decorates the high altar of Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari (I Frari), Venice. This painting was a huge hit and established Titian as a famous artist. Holly Hayes all photos →

A Franciscan church built in 1330, I Frari is best known for its masterpieces by Titian and other artists.

Location map of I Frari, Venice, Italy. Click to enlarge.
Aerial view of I Frari, Venice, Italy. Click to enlarge.