Art and history converge in Limassol as Apothikes Papadaki presents Unseen Gaze: Revealing an Unknown Work by Titian, an extraordinary exhibition showcasing the Renaissance masterpiece Ecce Homo. Running from January 24 to March 10, 2025, this landmark event is a collaboration between Limassol 2030 and the Cyprus Institute’s Andreas Pittas Art Characterization Laboratories, bringing an unparalleled artistic discovery to light.
A stunning revelation has emerged from Cyprus, where researchers uncovered a hidden portrait beneath Ecce Homo—a previously unknown depiction of a man with a thin mustache, holding a quill beside a stack of papers or books. This concealed image was detected through cutting-edge, non-invasive imaging techniques applied during conservation preparations. The discovery offers new insights into Titian’s practice of reusing canvases, a hallmark of the Venetian master’s resourcefulness and evolving artistic process.
Now on display at Apothikes Papadaki, both Ecce Homo and the newly revealed portrait provide an extraordinary glimpse into the mysteries of Renaissance art. The exhibition highlights how modern technology can peel back layers of history, unveiling stories hidden beneath the surface for centuries.
Apothikes Papadaki, a recently restored cultural venue in Limassol, has become a dynamic space for artistic expression. Once functioning as commercial storage facilities, the warehouses now serve as a hub for contemporary and classical art exhibitions, performances, and creative dialogues.
This latest exhibition underscores its role as a bridge between past and present, tradition and innovation.
For art lovers and historians alike, Unseen Gaze offers a rare opportunity to witness a Renaissance masterpiece alongside a remarkable new discovery—an invitation to explore the ever-evolving narrative of Titian’s work in a setting that marries Cyprus’s rich cultural heritage with the future of art conservation.
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