Masters of Venice: Renaissance Painters of Passion and Power is a worldwide exclusive presentation of 50 paintings by 16th century Venetian painters Titian, Giorgione, Veronese, Tintoretto, Mantegna and more, all on loan from the Gemäldegalerie of the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna. Featured are outstanding examples of the work of these artists that were collected by the archdukes and emperors of the Habsburg family, which are among the most celebrated holdings in the collections of the Gemäldegalerie.

Key works include Titian’s sumptuous Danáe (1560s), Mantegna’s tortured Saint Sebastian (1457–1459) and four rare paintings by Giorgione, including The Three Philosophers (ca. 1508–1509) and Portrait of a Young Woman (Laura) (1506). The exhibition also includes works by Palma, Bordone, Bassano, and more. Together, these examples represent the range of Venetian accomplishments in Renaissance-era painting.

Travel date: Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2011
Tour: Masters of Venice: Renaissance Painters of Passion and Power from the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna
Place: deYoung Museum of Art, San Francisco
Cost: $100 members, $115 nonmembers

The day trip travels by luxury motor coach from convenient locations in Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles. You will receive informative materials and snacks while you journey to the deYoung Museum with fellow art lovers.

There will be a stop for dinner on the way home. Museum of Art members and local art association members receive a discount. The tour ticket includes entrance to the exhibit, an audio tour and access to the rest of the museum.

This trip is limited to 40 travelers. An itinerary will be sent to each passenger the week prior to the excursion. Cancellations made before 72 hours will be refunded minus a 10 percent processing fee.