Tityus (Titian) facts for kids

Tityus is a famous painting by the Italian artist Titian. It was created in 1549 and is now kept in the Museo del Prado in Madrid, Spain. This painting tells a story from Greek mythology, showing the punishment of a giant named Tityos.

What is the Story of Tityus?

The painting shows a giant named Tityus, who was a son of Zeus (the king of the gods) and Elara. Tityus was a very strong and powerful giant.

Why Was Tityus Punished?

Tityus tried to harm Leto, who was the mother of the gods Apollo and Artemis. Leto was on her way to Delphi when Tityus attacked her. This made Zeus very angry.

How Was Tityus Punished?

For his actions, Zeus decided to punish Tityus severely. Tityus was sent to Tartarus, which was a deep part of the underworld in Greek myths. There, he was chained to a rock.

A giant vulture or eagle was sent to eat his liver every day. The liver would grow back each night, only to be eaten again the next day. This punishment was meant to last forever. Titian's painting captures this dramatic moment.

Who Was Titian?

Titian was one of the most important Italian painters of the 16th century. His full name was Tiziano Vecellio. He was born in Italy around 1488 and died in 1576.

What Kind of Art Did Titian Make?

Titian was known for his amazing use of color and light. He painted many different types of art, including portraits, landscapes, and scenes from mythology and religion. He was very famous during his time and painted for kings and queens.

Where Can You See Titian's Art?

Many of Titian's paintings are in famous museums around the world. The Tityus painting is part of a series of paintings called the "Furies" or "Punishments" that Titian made for King Philip II of Spain. These paintings show different mythological figures being punished.

See also

In Spanish: Ticio (Tiziano) para niños

• List of works by Titian