Raphael Masterpieces of Art

Download or read book Raphael Masterpieces of Art written by Julia Biggs and published by Flame Tree Illustrated. This book was released on 2020-04-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The archetypal artist of the High Renaissance, Raphael is regarded as one of the greatest painters of all time. Particularly noted for his paintings of Madonna and Child, his art spanned religious and classical subjects and included a number of portraits and frescoes that are renowned for the excellent skill and grandeur they convey. This beautifully illustrated new book discusses Raphael’s life as well as the themes, styles and techniques of his art, along with examples of his most famous works like The School of Athens, Sistine Madonna, The Triumph of Galatea and Transfiguration.