Venus of Urbino by Titian - a defining image of Venetian Renaissance sensuality. Painted in 1538, it presents Venus reclining in a refined interior, meeting the viewer with a direct gaze while symbols of love and fidelity shape the scene around her.

The sleeping dog, roses, and servants in the background transform the composition from a simple nude into a layered meditation on desire and intimacy. Titian’s mastery lies in the warmth of flesh, the softness of textiles, and the balance between directness and composed elegance - qualities that made the painting a lasting point of reference in Western art. Today, Venus of Urbino is preserved in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence.

The 2027 Titian - Venus Of Urbino 1oz Silver Proof Coin is available in Australia from Direct Coins - Australia's #1 distributor for Mint XXI.