Raphael Sanzio

Raphael Sanzio, commonly known as Raphael, was an Italian painter and architect of the High Renaissance, born in 1483 and dying in 1520. Renowned for his clarity of form and ease of composition, he created masterpieces like “The School of Athens” and many beautiful Madonnas. Raphael was celebrated for his ability to blend grace, harmony, and emotion in his artwork. His influence extended beyond painting to architecture, where he contributed to St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City. Considered one of the greats alongside Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael's work embodies the ideals of balance and beauty in Renaissance art.