Rafaël

Rafaël, also known as Raffaello Sanzio, was an Italian painter and architect of the High Renaissance. He is renowned for his contributions to the development of Renaissance art and is considered one of the most important figures in Western art history. Rafaël was born on April 6, 1483, in Urbino, Italy. He trained under the prominent painter Perugino and later worked in Florence and Rome, where he became a leading artist in the papal court. His works are characterized by their clarity of form, ease of composition, and visual harmony. Major works include 'The School of Athens,' 'The Sistine Madonna,' and numerous Madonna paintings. Rafaël's style is marked by a balance of ideal beauty and emotional depth, influencing generations of artists. He died on April 6, 1520, in Rome, leaving a lasting legacy in the art world.