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Moses Saved by the Daughter of Pharaoh by Timoteo Viti
Herse Refusing Mercury Entrance to Aglauros' House by Timoteo Viti
X-radiograph(s) of "Apollo and Marsyas" by Timoteo Viti
X-radiograph(s) of "Christ in the Garden" by Timoteo Viti
Full Page Miniature: The Agony in the Garden by Timoteo Viti
Hersé refusant à Mercure l'entrée chez Aglaure (Aglauros Preventing Mercury from Entering Herse's Room), from Recueil d'estampes d'après les plus beaux tableaux et d'après les plus beaux desseins qui sont en France (Cabinet Crozat) by Timoteo Viti
Moise sauve par la fille de Pharaon (Moses Rescued by Pharaoh's Daughter), from Recueil d'estampes d'après les plus beaux tableaux et d'après les plus beaux desseins qui sont en France (Cabinet Crozat) by Timoteo Viti

Timoteo Viti

Before becoming a painter, Timoteo Viti trained as a goldsmith in the workshop of Francesco Francia in Bologna. This early education in metalwork influenced his later precision with a brush. He returned to Urbino in 1495 and quickly gained the favour of the Duke. Viti is notable for his role in the education of a young Raphael. The two artists shared a studio, and early sketches by Raphael show a debt to the older master’s gentle style.

Biography

Viti maintained a preference for the calm aesthetic of the late fifteenth century. His work avoids the aggressive movement seen in later Roman art. He focused on clear outlines and a soft palette of primary colours. His figures often appear in moments of quiet contemplation. This stillness is a hallmark of the Umbro-Marchigian school. He prioritised harmony over drama, creating altarpieces that felt approachable and human.

For the modern buyer, Viti represents the serene side of the Italian Renaissance. His compositions lack the visual noise of later periods. They offer a sense of stability and historical weight. The clean lines and balanced proportions make his work easy to place in various rooms. Collectors appreciate the historical link to Raphael and the genuine craftsmanship of the Urbino court.

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  • What is Timoteo Viti known for?
    Timoteo Viti is known for timoteo Viti was a master of the Urbino school and the first teacher of Raphael, known for his calm compositions and refined, goldsmith-influenced technique.

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